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How should a Melbourne commercial baby food manufacturer manage waste?

Treat infant-food waste decisions as part of the site's product-safety system.

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Treat infant-food waste decisions as part of the site's product-safety system. Keep released stock, quarantined batches, production scraps and packaging identifiable so rejected product cannot accidentally re-enter supply.

Information to gather

  • Record the reason each batch is rejected and the decision made by the quality team.
  • Keep donation decisions separate from recalled, unsafe or untraceable stock.
  • Ask the receiving processor about the exact food and packaging mixture before collection.

What to check before deciding

Do not infer donation suitability from appearance or an off-spec label. Confirm allergen, date, traceability and storage information with the responsible food-safety person and any proposed recipient.

Food donors need to supply safe food and the information needed to keep it safe. See Food Standards Australia New Zealand - Information for charities and community organisations.

Send your site details and collection requirements to discuss the available options and written terms.

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