South Carolina Slaughterhouses

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.2(b)(1)

Citation: At 0515 hours the following non compliance was identified while performing pre op procedure.Gut buggy # 1 was identified with cracked surface approximately 1/2 in length located along the kidney tray. The kidney tray is used to hold the kidneys prior to FSIS inspection. Due to the kidney used as edible product, this cou ld have caused adulterated product. U.S Reject tag 832 037645 was placed on top half of gut buggy. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. 0628 hours [redacted] presented buggy for re inspection. stated [redacted] he will talk with [redacted] concerning preventive measures. At this time U.S Reject 832 037645 was removed. This is written notification your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.2(b)(1), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 0515 hours the following non compliance was identified while performing preop procedure. Gut buggy # 1 was identified with cracked surface approximately 1/2, in length located along the kidney tray. The kidney tray is used to hold the kidneys prior to FSIS inspection. Due to the kidney used as edible product, this cou ld have caused adulterated product. U.S Reject tag 832 037645 was placed on top half of gut buggy. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. 0628 hour [redacted] presented buggy for re inspection [redacted] stated he will talk with [redacted] (HACCP Coordinator) concerning preventive measures. At this time U.S Reject 832 037645 was removed. This is written notification your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03103
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 1305 hours carcass R/4 failed zero tolerance verification after final inspection. Dark brown lumpy feces were located on top rounds surface. The feces covered approximately 1inch in both width & length. Production briefly stopped: [redacted] were notified. [redacted] instructed employee to trim contaminated surface. [redacted] is aware once the contamination is removed management can’t argue if it was indeed feces after the fact. [redacted] is aware if any member of management would like further examination by [redacted], the carcass should be railed on to out rail without being trimmed. I asked [redacted] did he have any questions concerning my findings. He stated by taking a picture & zooming in on the contamination he can better examine it. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed 1307 hours. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verifications were found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar N R RSA5106013905 N/1 dated 1/4/2012.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03103
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1250 hours carcass 89/25 failed zero tolerance inspection after final rail inspection . Approximate ly Y,inch of green small lumpy feces was located on upper half of carcass 89/25 along outside leg. Production briefly stopped [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] stated he would l ike to rail carcass onto re-work station for his persona l examination.At this time [redacted] did not disagree that the contamination was feces. [redacted] is aware (& has done in the past) that any zero tolerance failure he doesn’t agree with, management can rail the carcass half onto re-work station for further examination by [redacted] instructed [redacted] to take necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan due to occurrence of zero tolerance failure. Prod uction resumed 1332 hours. Approximately 13:30 hours I was shown a zoomed in photo. [redacted] stated this was a photo of the contamination from carcass 89/25,which failed zero tolerance verification. [redacted] asked if I thought this was feces or grease.At this time I made it very clear to [redacted], if he had any questions about zero tolerance failures he should address them at the time of failure. I also stated to [redacted] I will not look at any photos that management bring before me .According to establishments zero tolerance logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA20120137031 dated 1/3/2012.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: 0700 hours the following non compliance was observed after final rail inspection. Feces were identified a long the ribcage of carcass 1of lot 9149. Green lumpy feces was scattered approximately 4 inches inside the ribcage area.Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Either [redacted] questioned the non compliance. No preventive measures were given at this time. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. 0701 hours the contaminated surface was trimmed and released. No preventive measures were given at this time. 0706 hours carcass 9 of lot 9158 failed zero tolerance verification after final rail inspection. Feces were identified inside the leg of carcass 9 of lot 9158. The feces covered approximately 2 inches of inside legs surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] agreed this was indeed feces; the contaminated surface was trimmed and released 0707 hours. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. 0711 hours carcass 14 of lot 9149 failed zero tolerance verification after final inspection. Dark Brown feces with rough, lumpy texture were identified a long upper rounds surface.The feces were approximately the size of a cotton ball. Production briefly stopped. Due to the size of contamination, I requested [redacted] be notified. [redacted] instructed employee to remove the large amount of feces. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. Production resumed 0713 hours. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Log, the prior check was found acceptable, This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA32044203211 dated 12/20/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: FSIS [redacted] reported to me that while he was performing inspection duties at the FSIS final rail inspection station at 15:38h a fly landed on the thigh area of carcass #484. [redacted] was shown the non-compliance. [redacted] proceeded to kill the fly, the carcass chain was stopped and [redacted] trimmed the contaminated area of the carcass to [redacted] satisfaction upon re-inspection. The carcass chain was subsequently re-started. No preventive measures were offered at this time. As you are aware notification of a trend has been documented with regard to failure to eliminate flies from the kill-floor, and previous plant actions appear to be only ma rginally effective at this time given the limited fly population at this time of the year. This document serves as written notice that Establishment #M1085 failed to comply with the FSIS regulatory requirement(s) stated above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1630 hours carcass 2 failed zero tolerance verification after final rail inspection. Approximately 2 inches of green lumpy feces were identified on upper legs surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The carcass was railed onto re work station and later re inspected and passed. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. 1635 hours carcass 7 failed zero tolerance verification due to l/4 of an inch green lumpy feces identified on rounds surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The carcasswas railed onto re work station and later released. No preventive measures were given at this time. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. According to establishments zero tolerance logs all prior checks werefound acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3204125721 dated 12/20/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a )(4)

Citation: At 1339 hours approximately 1 inch green feces were identified on the tail of carcass 18 lot 8945 during zero tolerance verification. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The tail was inspected after the final trimmer released the carcass for my verification check. Usually the tail is removed from the carcass before presented for zero tolerance verification. Due to the tail atttached at this point of inspection, it was included in the zero tolerance verification inspection. [redacted] removed the tail from carcass 18,and proceeded with necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan should zero tolerance failure occur. No preventive measures were given at this time. Approximately 1345 hours the contaminated tail was re inspected and found acceptable. According to establishments zero tolerance logs all prior checkswere found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA4213123113 dated 12/13/201.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(b)(1), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 0714 hourswater was observed leaking from the ceiling on the kill floor, over the head wash cabinet. Water was observed dripping on several heads. Due to water dripping on heads, production briefly stopped. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Maintenance hung a bucket under one leak, and plastic was wrapped around hose to prevent second leak. Contaminated heads were re-worked and later passed inspection. 0726 hours production resumed. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a )(4)

Citation: At 1320 hours carcass 16/02 failed zero tolerance verification after final rail inspection station. Dark brown lumpy feces were identified on upper rounds surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown no compliance. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Establishment employee trimmed contaminated surface; production resumed 1321 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time.While performing zero tolerance verification on lower half of carcasses, carcass 38 failed verification. 1338 hoursgreen feces were identified inside flanks area. The feces covered approximately 1 inch of area [redacted] were notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] began necessary measures asstated in establishments HACCP Plan [redacted] took a picture of the feces stating members of management would like to actually see what’s being found. No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verificationswere found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar Nr issued 12/12/2001.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a )(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: 1320 hours carcass 6 of lot 8864 failed zero tolerance verification, due to feces identified on lower leg. The feces were small in size, dark brown with rough texture, and smeared once rubbed . Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and began necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan . No preventive measures were given at this time.Production resumed 1322 hours. Carcass 16 of lot 8864 failed zero tolerance verification due to feces identified on upper round surface. The feces were dark brown with rough texture approximately Y, inch in width . Production briefly [redacted] stopped was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] began necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan.The contaminated surface was trimmed and released.No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR 5909123310N/1 dated 12/10/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(e)(3), 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 0645 hours [redacted] observed SRM material along the neck area of carcass 14 of lot 57. notified and shown non compliance [redacted] removed portion of SRM materials; production resumed The SRM material was approximately 3 inches in length.Production briefly stopped; Management was SHAPE \* MERGEFORMAT 0646 hours.Approximately 0729 hours [redacted] observed SRM materials exteriorized from the vertebral column of carcass 575. The material was approximately 4 inches in length.Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.The material was removed;production resumed 0730 hours.Approxima tely 0830 hours [redacted] observed 4 inches of SRM material attached to middle area of vertebral column of carcass 664. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.U .S retain tag 832 039814 was applied to carcass half, then railed onto re-work station.0909 hours CSI was notified and confirmed this was SRM material [redacted] removed SRM material, carcass 664 was released 0911hours. Brown Packing Co GMP for SRM Removal states. Designated employee will remove the spinal cord completely from both sides of carcass. If employee is unable to remove the entire spinal cord, the carcass will be railed out and spinal cord removed completely. Whenever, employee is unable to remove the entire spinal cord, he will stick stainless steel shroud pin with ribbon attached the area of backbone with spinal cord still enclosed. Carcass will be railed out and spinal cord removed. The GMP proced ure for SRM removal failed, due to three failures as stated above.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

310.22(e)(3) Establishments that slaughter cattle and establishments that process the carcasses or parts of cattle must routinely evaluate the effectiveness of their procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials in preventing the use of these materials for human food and must revise the procedures as necessary whenever any changes occur that could affect the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials.

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.13(c)

Citation: Approximately 1625 hours I observed [redacted] dropping bull heads. [redacted] cut directly into the hide along the heads surface, and then directly into the raw meat of the head without sanitizing h is knife. I notified [redacted] that he d id not sanitize his kn ife before cutting directly into the raw meat. He stated he would sanitize his knife properly from now on. Approxima tely 1630 hours I observed [redacted] dropping bull heads, also cutting through the hide, and directly into the raw meat of the head. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] were notified of non compliance. [redacted] walked away once notified of non compliance. [redacted] both stated employees will be retrained of proper techniques of dropping bull heads. Production resumed 1634 hours. The contaminated head was wash trimmed, and found acceptable.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 1449 hours on 12/08/2001 carcass 37 of lot 6590 failed zero tolerance verification after final rail inspection station. Two small identifiable pieces of dark brown lumpy feces was identified on lower back of carcass. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] were notified and shown non compliance [redacted] elected to rail carcass 37 onto re-work station for further review from [redacted]. Approximately 1455 hours carcass 10 failed zero tolerance verification. Dark brown lumpy feces were identified on top half along the leg area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan, should zero tolerance failure occur. [redacted] asked if I could only document the 1 zero tolerance failure & let the carcass that management elected to rail on to re-work station for IIC examination be released. My response was NO. [redacted] then stated they will notify IIC. Approximately 1515 hour’s carcass 37 of lot 6590 was examined by [redacted]. [redacted] was notified carcass 37 failed zero tolerance verification due to feces identified on backside of carcass.No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments zero tolerance logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA5015125606N/1 dated issued 12/6/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: Approximately 1614 hours on 12/7/2011carcass 21 failed Zero Tolerance due to fecal identified on upper leg area. The fecal was green in color with rough texture. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Carcass 21 was released 1616 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were checkswere found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA 3805125808N/1 dated 12/7/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a )(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: While performing Zero Tolerance after final rail inspection station, the following non compliance was observed. 1325 hours carcass 4 of lot 6555 was identified with dark brown lumpy fecal located on the hock area. Production was briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary measures were taking as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. 1326 hour’s production resumed. 1332 hours carcass 12 of lot 6555 was identified with 2 round pieces of dark brown lumpy fecal along the flank area. Production stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The area was trimmed, production resumed 1333 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time.According to establishment Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checkswere found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA1705122607N/1 2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.2, 310.3

Citation: At 12:35 hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor, I noted the following non compliance; a carcass # 770 with US Retained Blue Tag (MPD# 63645367) was retained for veterinary disposition from the head inspection station.Upon examination, the carcass was trimmed and most of the lymph nodes were removed, the head had multiple abscesses, enlarged haemorrhagic parotid and retropharyngeal lymph nodes, one of the kidneys was missing, the liver was missing, also the small intestine, the genital tract, and the bladder were not available for examination and review. As such, a determination to the suitability of the carcass for wholesome food could not be made. [redacted] were notified, showed of the non compliance, and informed that the plant is in violation with Regulatory Requirements 310.2(a), and 310.3 requiring all parts derived from a carcass to be identified and maintained until the post-mortem examination has been completed. Several NRs were issued regarding to missing parts derived from carcasses that had been retained for veterinary disposition with no response and no action was taken to prevent this from happing again.

Regulation:

310.2(a) The head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each slaughtered animal, and all blood and other parts of such animal to be used in the preparation of meat food products or medical products, shall be handled in such a manner as to identify them with the rest of the carcass and as being derived from the particular animal involved, until the post-mortem examination of the carcass and parts thereof has been completed. Such handling shall include the retention of ear tags, backtags, implants, and other identifying devices affixed to the animal, in such a way to relate them to the carcass until the post-mortem examination has been completed.

310.3 Each carcass, including all detached organs and other parts, in which any lesion or other condition is found that might render the meat or any part unfit for food purposes, or otherwise adulterated, and which for that reason would require a subsequent inspection, shall be retained by the Program employee at the time of inspection. The identity of every such retained carcass, detached organ, or other part shall be maintained until the final inspection has been completed. Retained carcasses shall not be washed or trimmed unless authorized by the Program employee.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: While giving breaks from 1230 hours -1322 hours at final rail inspection station I noticed that the flanks were heavily contaminated. Several times [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. At 1328 hours carcass 6 failed Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail inspect ion station. Dark brown fecal was identified along flanks surface covering half of its surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and began taking necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan.1339 hours carcass 17 failed Zero Tolerance Verification due to brown lumpy fecal identified a long rounds surface. [redacted] was shown non compliance. [redacted] railed carcass onto re-work station staing he would like further examination from PHV.As a result the PHV was not notified. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3209124001N/1 dated 12/1/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 1152 hours I observed the following non compliance in the bon ing room directly beh ind the metal detector. Establishment employee picked edible bone up off the floor and placed it into edible red combo. The bone that was identified being placed in edible red combo had fallen into the floor off the conveyer belt. U.S Reta in tag 039744 was applied to the red combo; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Management stated the employee will be notified of proper sanitation procedures. Approximate ly 1615 hours U.S retain tag was removed, all product that was located inside the red combo was condemned. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: Approximately 0630 hours carcass 11of lot 5445 failed Zero Tolerance Verification after final inspection station. Dark brown lumpy fecal was identified in the pelvic. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed 0631hours.No prevent ive measures were given at this time.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA0416115930N/1 dated 11/230/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.13(c)

Citation: At 0722 hours carcass 24 of lot 5453 was observed leaving the split saw & contacting the floor. Establishment’s written Plan states [redacted] Establishments plan also states [redacted]. In this case either preventive measure was enforced by establishment. Production briefly stopped; U.S Retain tag B32 037568 was applied to carcass half. [redacted] were notified. Carcass 24 was railed onto re work station & trimmed. U.S. retain tag was remove approximately 0745 hours. [redacted] later stated he will monitor the area closely to prevent reoccurrence .

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.4(a)

Citation: While performing pre op procedure the following non compliance was observed. The steam vac located on the high bench next to the hide puller, was identified with meat from the previous days production. The meat was in & outside of the vac. U.S Reject tag B32038852 was applied to the steam vac; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] removed the equipment from the production area. Approximately 0600 hours the steam vac was represented for inspection & released. [redacted] stated he will notify maintenance to remove this equipment daily & soak in acid to prevent contamination from previous day’s production. According to establishments pre op records, all equipment & areas were found acceptable during there pre op check. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement.

Regulation:

416.4(a) All food-contact surfaces, including food-contact surfaces of utensils and equipment, must be cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and the adulteration of product.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1146 hours green lumpy fecal was identified on upper half of carcass 19 of lot 444 on upper leg area, and along the side.The feces covered approximately 1inch of upper leg surface, and approximately 2 inches along the side. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Carcass 19 was trimmed, and released. No preventive measures were given at this time.Accord ing to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior Checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA5011112928N/1 dated 11/28/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 0921 hours carcass 4 of lot 5426 failed Zero Tolerance Verification. Fecal was identified on lower half inside the leg area.The fecal was small, dark brown with rough texture. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] smeared the fecal to further examine the contaminated surface. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan due to occurance of Zero Tolerance failure. Production resumed approximately 0923 hours. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measure were given at this time. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA5011112928N/1 dated 11/28/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1622 hours carcass 25 failed Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail station.Approximately 1inch green lumpy fecal was identified on upper leg area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified [redacted] which stated this was indeed fecal. Necessary measures were ta ken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan due to occurrence of Zero Tolerance failure. Production resumed 1624 hours; according to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs, all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at th is time.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA5715111529N/1 dated 11/29/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 0952 hours while performing Zero Tolerance Verification after FSISfinal rail inspection station, the following non compliance was observed. Lower half of carcass 26 of lot 5411 was identified with approximately 1/2 inch of dark brown lumpy fecal along the neck area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, [redacted] placed establishments hold tag on carcass as stated in its HACCP Plan. 0954 hours lower half of carcass 36 of lot 5411 was identified with 1 inch dark brown lumpy fecal along the side of the neck area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] removed contamination, and began taking necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed; 09:56 hours carcass 37 of lot 5411 was identified with approximately 1inch greenish fecal on the flank area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, production resumed 0958 hours. No preventive measures were given at thistime. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSAS512110425N/1 dated 11/25/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(d)

Citation: Approximately 1240 hours I observed water dripping from several rails located in the rain room. [redacted] notified and shown conditions of rails located to the left of the main entrance to the boning room. notified employees to wipe all condensation from the rails. 1244 hourswater was observed dripping from the rails located immediately after the steam cabinet. Production was stopped on the kill floor to prevent cows from entering into the rain room area. The ceiling of the rain room was identified with condensation & water dripping from it.At this time [redacted] r was aware of the situation. [redacted] stated usually 3 employees are responsible for wiping condensation from the rails in the rain room, but today they have 1employee wiping rails & ceiling in the rain room. [redacted] tagged approximately 6 carcasses to be trimmed due to water dripping from rail. Approximately 1206 hoursthe rails & ceiling of the rain room were found acceptable, production resumed. [redacted] stated he would talk with [redacted] about prevent measures. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(d) Ventilation. Ventilation adequate to control odors, vapors, and condensation to the extent necessary to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions must be provided.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 1537 hours I observed carcass 957 (large bull) leaving the split saw with the front half dragging the floor. Establishment written Plan states [redacted]. Establishment Plan also states [redacted]. In this case either preventive measure were enforced. Production briefly stopped; U.S Retain tag B32 038329 was applied to carcass half. [redacted] were notified. The carcass was railed onto the re-work station. [redacted] trimmed the bottom section of the neck; the carcass was inspected and released approximately 1605 hours. [redacted] stated he will notify employees not to allow long carcasses to contact the floor. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3313114905 dated 11/5/2011.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1), 310.22(c), 310.22(e)(1), 310.22(e)(2)

Citation: At 0700 hours FSIS [redacted] identified SRM material in carcass half (Lot 7927/Carcass 034) at final carcass inspection station. The carcass had not been appropriately identified with ribboned shroud pin by the establishment’s SRM dedicated employee as indicated in the SRM GMP for Establishment #1085M. The SRM was located in the cervical vertebral column of the carcass. The carcass was tag with U.S Retain tag, and railed on to re-work station. [redacted] was shown non compliance, & removed SRM from carcass half. [redacted] & I identified that is was SRM material. 0732 hours [redacted] identified SRM material in carcass half in the same area as previous carcass half. U.S Retain tag was placed onto carcass half, and railed on to re-work station. [redacted] was notified and shown SRM material. The SRM material was removed after examination by CSI. No preventive measures were given at this time. The establishment’ s procedure for SRM removal and carcass identification was not properly enacted by the SRM dedicated employee. This is written notification that Establishment 01085M failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA5114112610N/1 dated 11/10/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

310.22(c) Specified risk materials must be removed from the carcasses of cattle, segregated from edible materials, and disposed of in accordance with § 314.1 or § 314.3 of this subchapter. The spinal cord from cattle 30 months of age and older must be removed from the carcass at the establishment where the animal was slaughtered.

310.22(e)(1) Establishments that slaughter cattle and establishments that process the carcasses or parts of cattle must develop, implement, and maintain written procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials. These procedures must address potential contamination of edible materials with specified risk materials before, during, and after entry into the establishment. Establishments must incorporate their procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials into their HACCP plans or Sanitation SOPs or other prerequisite programs.

310.22(e)(2) Establishments that slaughter cattle and establishments that process the carcasses or parts of cattle must take appropriate corrective action when either the establishment or FSIS determines that the establishment’s procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials, or the implementation or maintenance of these procedures, have failed to ensure that specified risk materials are adequately and effectively removed from the carcasses of cattle, segregated from edible materials, and disposed of in accordance with paragraph (c) of this section.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1348 hours carcass 6 of lot 5403 failed Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail station.Dark green lumpy fecal was located on lower half of carcass midway back area. The fecal was small in size, but identifiable. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.The carcass half was trimmed and released 1350 hours.Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks werefound acceptable. This document is written notification that your establishments failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0916110922N/1 dated 11/22/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1019 hours while performing Zero Tolerance Verification, 1inch of brown fecal was identified on rounds surface of carcass 6. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan; production resumed at 1021 hou rs. 1030 hours green fecal with lumpy texture was identified on lower half of carcass 15 of lot 3735 along the neck area. The fecal covered approximately 3 inches of necks surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The contamination was trimmed, and re inspected.According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were established at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0708115722N/1 dated 11/22/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: Approximately 1604 hours the following non com pl iance was observed while performing Zero Tolerance Verification. Carcass 11 of lot 3715 was identified with green fecal located approximately 1/2, inch of rounds surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] railed carcass onto re-work station for further examination by IIC. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan, should Zero Tolerance failure occur.1606 hours green fecal with rough texture was identified on carcass 14 of lot 3715 on upper leg surface. The fecal was approximately 1/4 of an inch of legs surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] railed the carcass onto re-work station for further exam ination by IIC. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan, should Zero Tolerance failure occur.1608 hours carcass 17 failed Zero Tolerance Verification due to X of an inch of green fecal found on rounds surface. was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] railed carcass onto out rail station for further examination by II C. Necessary measu res were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan.1610 hou rs carcass 19 failed Zero Tolerance Verification due to fecal identified on upper legs surface. The fecal was dark brown with rough texture covering approximately 1/2 inch of legs surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] agreed this was fecal, necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. 1614 hours carcass 23 of lot 3715 failed Zero Tolerance Verification due to green fecal identified on lower half of carcass leg. The fecal covered approximately 2 inches of lower leg surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface; necessary measures weretaken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at the time of events. Management notified IIC that all prior carcasses being held at the re-work station for h is examination were documented as feca l fail ure. All carcasses were trimmed and released. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA1916112321 dated 11/21.2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 1323 hours the following non compliance was identified immediately after final rail stand.Carcass 3716 of lot 13 was observed with X inch of yellowish green fibrous material located on upper leg area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] railed the carcass half onto out rail station to dispute findings with IIC. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan, dueto Zero Tolerance failure. Approximately 1329 hours carcass 16 of lot 3716 was identified with pieces of fecal inside pelvic area approximately the size of pin point. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] railed carcass half onto out rail station to dispute findings with IIC. Necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan, due to Zero Tolerance failure. 1339 [redacted] was notified and shown green fecal on the backside of carcass 26 of lot 3716. Prior to [redacted] notified, I rubbed my fingers across the fecal smearing it to assure myself before notifying management. The fecal covered approximately 3 inches of backs surface. [redacted] stated he could not see contamination and need verification from someone else. [redacted] confirmed this was indeed fecal failure as well as previous 2 carcasses that were railed onto out rail station for further examination by II C. Necessary measures were taken. All contaminated carcasses were trimmed and re inspected. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at time of failures. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA310611217N/1 dated 11/17/2011

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 417.3(b)(3)

Citation: At 1346 hours I observed establishment’s employee placing mountain chain tripe into bucket that contained lactic acid, and the placing tripe into white tote filled with ice. Approximately 8 pieces of tripe was identified with fecal material and placed separately for examination of IIC. U.S Retain tag 832 038253 was applied to product, [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] instructed employee to perform better job while cleaning MTC. 13:50 [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. There were no segregated pieces remaining on tote edge, but examination of random pieces of MCT product yielded readily identifiable fecal material in pieces on membranes of product surface and in patches/collections in deeper folds of product.All product was locked in U.S Retain cage to further corrective actions.

Regulation:

417.3(b)(3) Take action, when necessary, with respect to the affected product to ensure that no product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated, as a result of the deviation, enters commerce;

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a)

Citation: At 15:06h while standing beneath the overhead tongue/head chain pan (in the area adjacent to the FSIS gut/viscera inspection station) while engaged in discussion with [redacted], I observed a fly in flight in that area of the kill-floor. [redacted] was notified of the non-compliance. The fly was in-flight and did not land, thus killing the fly was not a viable option.No product was involved in this incident. The fly was not killed and thus could not be eliminated from the kill-floor area at that time, thus the risk of future product contamination could not be eliminated.This document serves as written notification that Est. #M108S has failed to comply with the regulat ion(s) cited above. As you are aware the establishment has been notified of a trend with rega rd to fail ure to eliminate flies from the kill-floor, and plant corrective actions continue to be ineffective at this time.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(b)(1)

Citation: At 16:25h while performing Operational SSOP task in PHIS, I observed a long carcass (carcass tag #440) with the tongue, nose and cheek dragging across the heavily contaminated metal plate and raised curbing around the hide puller pit as the carcass was released from the hide puller by plant employee. The tongue and nose of the carcass continued to drag on the floor once carcass cleared the raised curbing around the pit, and contacted the floor for several feet until head removal employee realized I was watching and placed barrel bottom beneath the head as per Est.#M1085’s GMP for “processing big carcasses on the slaughter floor”. The employee then trimmed the affected portions of the head while I observed [redacted] was notified of the non-compliance, and began utilizing barrel bottom on subsequent carcasses. This document serves as written notification that Est #M1085 failed to comply with the 9 CFR regulation(s) noted above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(b)(1) Construction. Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: Approximately 1042 hours [redacted] identified an ant on the backside of a carcass wh ile at evisceration station of the kill floor. Production briefly stopped; U.S Retain tag 832 037143 was applied to carcass half. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The ant was killed, and the contaminated surface was trimmed.Production resumed at 1044 hours. No preventive measures were given at thistime. This document serves as written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last Similar NR RSA1015114110N/1 dated 11/10/2011.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: Approximately 0643 hours carcass 24 of lot 3678 failed Zero Tolerance Verification task immediately after final rail station. Brown fecal was identified on upper leg surface covering approximately 1/2 inch. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The contaminated surface was trimmed, other corrective actions measureswere taken as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed 0645 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time. Last similar NR RSA5015111315N/1 dated 11/15/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: AT 0704 hours while performing Zero Tolerance Verification the following non compliance was identified after final rail Inspection stand located on the kill floor. Carcass 15 of lot 1149 was observed with X of an inch dark brown fecal located along upper leg area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface & began taking necessary measures as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan . Production resumed approxima tely 0706 hou rs. No preventive measures were given at this time.According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. Th is document serves as written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA1716115503N/1 dated 11/32011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.3

Citation: At 12:00h FSIS [redacted] identified a carcass half (lot 77/Carcass 1) with SRM material present while performing carcass inspection at the FSIS final rail station. The carcass had not been appropriately identified by the dedicated plant SRM employee with the ribboned shroud pin as dictated in the Establishment’s GMP for unremoved SRM material. [redacted] applied US Retain/Reject tag #B 32039775 to affected carcass half, and directed plant employee to place carcass half on re-work rail for disposition/eva luation of SRM material by off-line IPP. The carcass half was diverted onto the re-work rail as directed [redacted] then proceeded to retain an additional carcass from the FSISfinal rail inspection station for IIC disposition. The facilities at #1085M are such that rail-outs for IIC disposition must pass through the re-work rail area to reach IIC disposition rail, and while moving the second carcass th rough the re-work rail area toward the IIC disposition rail, the carcass with the US Retain/Reject tag for SRM was inadvertantly directed back onto the main rail where the SRM material was removed by plant employee before real izing that the carcass had been tagged for off-line IPP/IIC evaluation [redacted] enter observed the processing of the SRM carcass half after placement of US Retain/Reject tag and immediately requested [redacted] presence on the kill-floor. When [redacted] arrived on the kill-floor, the SRM affected carcass half was on the IIC disposition rail with the US Retain/Reject tag still in place [redacted] inspected carcass half (lot77/Carcass1) for presence of any additional SRM material and found the carcass to be free of SRM. [redacted] was notified of failure to meet Meat and Poultry Regulations listed above concerning the establishment’s responsibilities with respect to US Retain/Reject tagged carcasses. As a preventive measure, [redacted] offered that he will re-instruct the plant’s re-work rail employees on appropriate hand ling of US Retain/Reject carcasses. [redacted] removed the US Retain/Reject tag at 12:22h, and the carcass half (lot77/Carcass1) was released for further processing. This document serves as written notification that Establishment #M 1085 failed to comply with the FSIS regulatory requirement(s) stated above.

Regulation:

310.3 Each carcass, including all detached organs and other parts, in which any lesion or other condition is found that might render the meat or any part unfit for food purposes, or otherwise adulterated, and which for that reason would require a subsequent inspection, shall be retained by the Program employee at the time of inspection. The identity of every such retained carcass, detached organ, or other part shall be maintained until the final inspection has been completed. Retained carcasses shall not be washed or trimmed unless authorized by the Program employee.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)( 1), 310.22(c)

Citation: At 12:00h FSIS [redacted] identified SRM material in a carcass half (lot77/Ca rcass1) at the FSIS final carcass inspection station. The carcass had not been appropriately identified with ribboned shroud pin by the establishment’s SRM dedicated employee as is dictated in the SRM GMP for Establishment #M1085.The SRM was located in the cervical vertebral column of the carcass, the carcass was directed onto the re-work rail by [redacted], and was US Reject/Retain tagged (B 32039775) for evaluation by off-line IPP/IIC. [redacted] as shown the material and resulting and non-compliance. The identified SRM was inadvertantly removed by a plant employee prior to evaluation of the material by [redacted] despite the application of US Retain/Reject tag. The Establishment’s GMP requires that all spinal cords will be removed completely by designated employee, or ribboned stainless steel shroud pin will be attached to carcass half and the carcass will be railed onto out rail station for re-conditioning. The Establishment’s protocol/procedure for SRM removal and carcass identification was not property enacted by the SRM dedicated employee. This is written notification that Establishment #M1085 failed to comply with the FSIS regulatory requirement(s) stated above.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

310.22(c) Specified risk materials must be removed from the carcasses of cattle, segregated from edible materials, and disposed of in accordance with § 314.1 or § 314.3 of this subchapter. The spinal cord from cattle 30 months of age and older must be removed from the carcass at the establishment where the animal was slaughtered.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: FSIS [redacted] reported to me that at 07:lOh a fly landed on a liver while in the gut buggy for FSIS viscera inspection. [redacted] was shown the non-compliance. The liver was subsequently stamped condemned by [redacted]. At 12:00h [redacted] reported that while he was at FSIS final carcass inspection station a fly landed on the hindquarter of a carcass. [redacted] was shown the non-compliance; the carcass area affected was trimmed and was satisfactorily re-inspected. Again, at 13:40h [redacted] reported to me that a fly landed on a pair of lungs while in the gut buggy for viscera inspection. [redacted] was shown the non-compliance. The lungs were stamped condemned by [redacted]. No preventive measures were offered at this time. This document serves as written notice that Establishment #M1085 failed to comply with the FSIS regulatory requirement(s) stated above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a ), 416.13(c), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 1400 hours [redacted] observed a fly on upper leg of carcass 877. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] and shown non com pl iance.Establishment employee stationed immed iately after final rail inspection stand killed the pest, & trimmed contaminated surface. Production resumed approximate ly 1402 hou rs. No preventive measures were given at th is time.This is written notification stating that you r Establishment failed to prevent the entrance of pest into your facility. Last simila r NR RSA36151026N/1 dated 10/29/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(b)(1), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 1324 hours I observed a long carcass leaving the split saw (located on the kill floor) with bottom half of carcass dragging the floor. Establishments’ employee made no attempt to prevent carcass from contacting the floor. Establishments plan states [redacted] Product ion briefly stopped : U .S Retain tag 832 037145 was place on carcass half. The mat was placed on the floor after [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Em ployee trimmed bottom half of carcass after contacting the floor & after leaving the split saw. Establishment plan states [redacted]. Establishment written Plan was not properly followed through. U .S Retain tag 832 037145 remains on carcass half and was placed into U.S. Retain cage until prevent ive measures are established.This is written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 13:28 hours while performing Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail inspection station, the following non compliance was observed. Feces were identified on lower half of carcass 38 of lot 1206 along the flank area. The fecal was green with lumpy texture covering approximately 3 inches of flanks surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] took necessary measures as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan. The contamination was trimmed, production resumed at 13:30 hours. At 13:35 hours feces was located on top half of carcass 1 of lot 1212. The fecal was dark brown with rough textture covering approximately 1/2 inch of rounds surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] notified and shown non compliance. Necessary steps were taken as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan.Contaminated surface was trimmed, production resumed 13:37 hours. No preventive measures were giving at this time. According to Establishments Zero Tolerance logs all prior Zero Tolerance Verifications were found acceptable. This is written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.last similar NR RSA1713113902N/1 dated 11/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 16:15 hours carcass half 32 of lot 1208 failed Zero tolerance Verification due to feces found along flanks surface. The fecal was green with lumpy texture covering 2 inches of flanks surface [redacted] was notified & shown non comliance. The contaminated carcass half was trimmed & released at16:16 hours. At 16:19 hours carcass 2 of rail cows (local) failed Zero Tolerance Verification. Feces & hair was identified along the flank area covering approximately 2 inches of surface.Fecal was also identified along the neck area of this carcass scattered approximately 6 inches of necks surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] r was notified and shown non compliance.Establ ishment took necessary measures as stated in there HACCP Plan. Production resumed 16:20.No prevent ive measures were given at this time.At 16:22 hours feces was identified on lower half of carcass 4 of rail (local) cows. The fecal was dark brown with rough texture, covering 1inch of surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified & shown non compliance. Necessa ry measures were taken as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed at 16:24 hours. No prevent ive measures were given at this time. According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Verification logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This is written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. last similar NR RSAS815110903N/1 dated 11/3/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 13:44 hours feces were found on top half of carcass 8of lot 1193. The feces were green in color with lumpy texture covering approximately 1/2 inch of rounds surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Carcass 8 was railed onto out rail station. Production resumed approximately 13:47 hours. 13:55 hour’s carcass 7 of lot 1209 was identified with green feces above the pelvic area; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface; Production resumed 13:57 hours. This carcass was presented to Establishments employees twice & placed onto out rail rework station before presented & failing Zero Tolerance Verification. Necessary procedures were taken in both Zero Tolerance Verification failures as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan. According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document is written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0808102629N/1dated 10/29/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 16:18 hours [redacted] observed a fly on lower half of carcass on the kill floor area. Production stoppes; [redacted] was notified of non compliance. Establishment employee trimmed contaminated surface, the carcass was re inspected and found acceptable. Production resumed approximately 16:20. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your failure to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3615102626N/1 dated 10/26/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 06:40 hours carcass #14 of rail cows failed Zero Tolerance Verification, after final rail inspection station. Three small green identifiable pieces of fecal were identified on the back, & flank area. These findings were found on the same carcass that Management performed there Zero Tolerance Verification Task on. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] were notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and began taking measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan.06:41 hours Production resumed. No preventive measures were given at this time. According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Verification Log there check were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA5015102813N/1dated 10/13/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01001
Violation: 416.1, 416.4(d)

Citation: While conducting veterinary disposition on retained carcasses and viscera, at 0929, I observed a carcass on the slaughter rail make contact with a condemned carcass at the veterinary disposition area. It did not appear that any attempt was made to prevent the carcasses from coming in contact with each other. The thoracic vertebral area of the “passed” carcass was the portion that made contact. I immediately notified the [redacted] to address the “passed” carcass to remove any contaminates transferred to it from the condemned carcass (condemned for malignant lymphoma). I also stopped the slaughter line to allow time for the situation to be sorted out. [redacted] were notified of the noncompliance and the failure to meet the regulations listed above, as well as, 307.2 which states, “Rail arrangement and other equipment shall be sufficient to prevent carcasses and parts passed for food or cooking from being contaminated by contact with condemned carcasses or parts.” In this noncompliance it was probably more human error than equipment insufficiency, but the employees did not follow proper established protocol by utilizing all of the space provided, thus creating the insanitary condition. With the immediate actions taken found to be acceptable, the slaughter line was released at 0935.

Regulation:

416.1 Each official establishment must be operated and maintained in a manner sufficient to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and to ensure that product is not adulterated.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.4(d), 416.4(a)

Citation: At 0939, while reviewing postmortem disposition at the head inspection area, I observed an employee pick up a kidney that had dropped onto the floor during the eviscerating process. The employee picked up the kidney and placed it onto the upper tray of the gut buggy, without any notification to the FSIS online inspector that the kidney had become contaminated . The FSIS inspector grabbed the kidney, inspected it and without knowing it transferred contamination from that kidney to other parts being inspected (thus cross contamination resulted).I immediately stopped both the carcass and head chains and notified a floor also notified a floor [redacted] also notified [redacted] who was standing nearby. [redacted]stated that the individual did not follow the plant’s written procedure and was supposed to have placed a green hold tag on the kidney to indicate that it had dropped onto the floor. He also stated that the “gutter”was not the one to pick up the part from the floor, but was supposed to tell the “gut buggy operator”,who would pick the part up, place a green hold tag on it and restore sanitary conditions after inspection .US Retain Tag #832038810 was applied, as a regulatory control action, to gut buggy; all parts in the visceral pan were condemned as a result of the cross contamination. [redacted] was notified of the failu re to meet the Meat and Poultry Regulations listed above. Also, by creating an insantary cond ition that resulted in the cross contamination of edible product, the plant violated 416.1, as well. Even though an inplant program (GMP) addresses this issue, contamination of product and equipment resulted from the fail ure to properly implement that program. As a preventive measure, [redacted] stated that all floor person nel would be given green hold tags and would be instructed to use them (he handed a small stack to the “gut buggy operator” present at that time and provided instructed to all personnel present. With the acceptance of the corrective actions taken and preventive measures proposed, the regulatory control action was removed at 0942.The slaughter line was also released at that time.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.4(a) All food-contact surfaces, including food-contact surfaces of utensils and equipment, must be cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and the adulteration of product.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 417.2(a)(1), 417.5(a)(1)

Citation: While reviewing the production of a specific product, “Mountain Chain Tripe”, it was noted that the product did not have an intervention step in its production to address the possibility of the presence of a biological hazard, namely bacterial pathogens. Since bacterial pathogens have been identified as a biological hazard in cattle slaughter, each cattle slaughter establishment is expected to conduct a hazard analysis for all edible raw products to properly address bacterial pathogens to ensure that by the end of the slaughter process the pathogens are reduced to non-detectable levels or are eliminated on the products that establishments fabricate or ship into commerce.The product in question is not identified in the current hazard analysis (although two other type of tripe productsare listed Tripe and Omasum). Both the Tripe and Omasum (also called Honeycomb Tripe) are placed in a washer and washed at [redacted] degrees F and then a refiner at [redacted] degrees F. The Mountain Chain Tripe is rinsed with potable water, only. All three tripe products are listed on the finished products box. It was discovered that 41 boxes of this product, checked Mountain Chain Tripe, was processed and still on the premises (4 in the packaging room and 37 in a refrigerated trailer).All 41boxes were placed under regulatory control, at approximately 1100, using US Retain tag numbers 832039736 and 832039738, until the establishment could provide additional information and an adequate hazard analysis, concerning the production of this product. It was stated by [redacted] that the customer made the request that no intervention be applied to the product; however, no document was presented to support this claim. The plant was advised to make the necessary adjustments/reassessment to its hazard analysis and possibly the HACCP plan to address th is issue; in accordance with 417.3(b)(4) for this unforesee n hazard. It must also be stated that at this time, FSIS is not aware of any prerequisite programs that are appropriate for use in slaughter to address bacterial pathogens. All three [redacted] were notified of the failure to meet the provisions of the Meat and Poultry regulations listed above. In addition to the above, the establishment does not have any monitoring procedures in place for either of the tripe products after the product has undergone either wash ing and refining or rinsing. Failure to monitor the effectiveness of intervention/interaction procedures could allow adulterated product to be produced and or shipped from this establishment. Plant management was advised of this as well. The establishment voluntarily elected to suspend production of this product until required provisions are met.The US Retain tags remained in place at the issuance of this noncompliance record.

Regulation:

417.2(a)(1) Hazard analysis. (1) Every official establishment shall conduct, or have conducted for it, a hazard analysis to determine the food safety hazards reasonably likely to occur in the production process and identify the preventive measures the establishment can apply to control those hazards. The hazard analysis shall include food safety hazards that can occur before, during, and after entry into the establishment. A food safety hazard that is reasonably likely to occur is one for which a prudent establishment would establish controls because it historically has occurred, or because there is a reasonable possibility that it will occur in the particular type of product being processed, in the absence of those controls.

417.5(a)(1) The written hazard analysis prescribed in § 417.2(a) of this part, including all supporting documentation;

Code: 03J02
Violation: 417.3(b)(3)

Citation: While performing pack-out duties, I observed establishment’s employee preparing to pack 3 totes of (edible product) Mounta in Chain Tripe that was contaminated with green feces. Approximately every piece of Tripe located in each tote was contaminated with feces. U.S Retain tag 832 039752 was applied to the 1st pan, U.S Retain tag 832 039751was applied to 2nd tote &, U .S Retain tag 832 039753 was applied to the 3rd tote [redacted]. was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] removed product for rework. [redacted] stated he will have employee’strim contaminated surface closely. 05:50 hours all product that was Retain was found acceptable. Approximate ly 18:00 hours 2 boxes of Mounta in Chain Tripe that was wrapped & pack for shipping were opened and identified with green feces throughout each box. At this time Management wasn’t available. Establishment employee placed contaminated product into wh ite tote and wrapped with plastic. U.S. Retain tag 837 192969 was applied to this tote & locked in USDA Retain Cage.06:30 hours 10/28/2011 [redacted] was informed of contaminated product from the previous day’s production. The product was released to [redacted] for rework. Approximately 10:30 hours all affected product was found acceptable & released. This document serves as written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

417.3(b)(3) Take action, when necessary, with respect to the affected product to ensure that no product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated, as a result of the deviation, enters commerce;

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(b)(1)

Citation: Approximately 05:50 while performing pre op procedure the following non compliance was observed. The pipe directly behind the steam cabinet of the kill floor & across from the offal table that’s used to pack edible product (ox tails, and cheek meat) was identified in bad conditions. The pipe was wrapped in d irty torn plastic, & rust covered over half of the pipe. The pipe was approximately 2 feet in length.U.S. Reject tag 832 038837 was applied to the area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified ma intenance of the problem. Approximately 06: 10 hours [redacted] maintenance employee stated the pipe will be wrapped with alumina material immed iately. 06:24 hours the pipe was re inspected and found in good repair.This document serves as written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Construction. Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.4(b)

Citation: At 05:09 hours the following non compliance was observed while performing pre op procedure. Fat was identified at viscera station area (8). The carcass release handle was observed with fat approximately 1inch in length. The handle located at the viscera station that’s used to raise the carcass up & down was identified with pieces of fat. the metal pipes directly beside the handle was identified with pieces of fat along the entire pole. The sizes of fat varied from X of a inch to approximately 1inch in size.U.S Reject tag 832 039790 was applied to the area [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified clean up crew, they immed iately began addressing the problem. 05:13 hours area (8) was re inspected and found acceptable. U.S Reject tag was removed at this time. [redacted] stated he will notify the clean up crew to make sure all areas are clean before pre op procedures are performed. According to Establishments Pre op Log all areas were found acceptable during there pre op inspection. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above,

Regulation:

416.4(b) Non-food-contact surfaces of facilities, equipment, and utensils used in the operation of the establishment must be cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and the adulteration of product.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 09:03 hours carcass 18 of lot 7082 failed Zero Tolerance Verification Inspection.Green feces were found on outside of flank, covering approximately 1inch of flanks surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and began taking necessary measu res as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan.No prevent ive measu res were given at this time. Production resumed approximately 09:05 hours.Accord ing to Establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cites above. Last similar NR RSA5015102813N/1dated 10/13/2011/

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.13(c), 416.2(a)

Citation: At 08:52 hours a fly was observed on the liver and kidney of carcass 636 while being inspected in the kill floor area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] killed the pest, product involved was condemned. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0516102218N/1

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1), 310.22(e)(1)

Citation: At 10:55 hours [redacted] observed spinal cord portion left in neck area of carcass half 748 as it entered final rail inspection station. U.S Retain tag 832 039815 was applied to carcass ha lf and railed onto out rail station. [redacted] was notified; [redacted] removed spinal cord portion from the neck area; [redacted] & [redacted] were notified and shown non compliance. Brown Packing GMP for spinal cord removal states ‘one designated employee will have the responsibility for removing spinal cord completely from both sides of carcass. If employee is unable to remove the entire spinal cord, the carcass will be railed onto out rail with stain less steel shroud with ribbon attached. Establishment failed to complete its procedure. Approximately 10:58 hou rs U.S Retain tag 832 039815 was removed. No preventive measu res were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

310.22(e)(1) Procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials. Establishments that slaughter cattle and establishments that process the carcasses or parts of cattle must develop, implement, and maintain written procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials. These procedures must address potential contamination of edible materials with specified risk materials before, during, and after entry into the establishment. Establishments must incorporate their procedures for the removal, segregation, and disposition of specified risk materials into their HACCP plans or Sanitation SOPs or other prerequisite programs.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 14:53 hours [redacted] Vanlue observed a fly on lower back half of carcass 7 of lot 7000 [redacted] observed the pest while performing inspection at final rail station located on the kill floor. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] killed the pest and trimmed contaminated surface. Production resumed approximately 14:55 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0014104217N/1 dated 10/17/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.2, 310.3

Citation: At 08:05 hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor, I noted the following non compliance; the tongue of carcass with US Blue Retained Tag# 6364405, which was railed out for veterinary disposition from the viscera inspection station, was missing. All other related parts and organswere present. Upon examination of the carcass, it was determined that the carcass with multiple nodular enlargements along the nerve trunk of the carcass, the heart, and the intercostal spaces of both ribs cages. The carcass and its related parts were condemned [redacted] was informed that the plant is in violation of regulatory requirements 310.2(a),and 310.3 requiring all parts derived from a carcass to be identified and maintained with the carcass until completion of post mortem examination. The occurrence is repetitive, and the plant management award of the problem, but no action taken. All tongues that had come into contact with the tongue from this carcass were condemned (33 tongues were condemned). Last similar; N R#RSA5011093826Ndated 9/26/2011.

Regulation:

310.2(a) The head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each slaughtered animal, and all blood and other parts of such animal to be used in the preparation of meat food products or medical products, shall be handled in such a manner as to identify them with the rest of the carcass and as being derived from the particular animal involved, until the post-mortem examination of the carcass and parts thereof has been completed. Such handling shall include the retention of ear tags, backtags, implants, and other identifying devices affixed to the animal, in such a way to relate them to the carcass until the post-mortem examination has been completed.

310.3 Each carcass, including all detached organs and other parts, in which any lesion or other condition is found that might render the meat or any part unfit for food purposes, or otherwise adulterated, and which for that reason would require a subsequent inspection, shall be retained by the Program employee at the time of inspection. The identity of every such retained carcass, detached organ, or other part shall be maintained until the final inspection has been completed. Retained carcasses shall not be washed or trimmed unless authorized by the Program employee.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: At 7:35 hours, while on the kill floor, I observed two flies in flight around the inedible area, [redacted] was notified of the presence of pests within the facil ity.At 9:35 Hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor at carcass disposition area, I noted the following non compliance; one fly had landed on the round of a half carcass [redacted] was notified, and observed of this non compliance, the affected part was trimmed as immediate corrective action, no preventive measu res given at this time. At 14:10 hours, while on the head disposition area, I observed two flies in flight around the head disposition area, [redacted] was notified, and observed of this non compliance. At 16:01 hours, I observed two flies in flight around the head disposition area [redacted] was notified, and observed of this non compliance. At 17:05 hours, I observed one fly in flight around the inedible area [redacted] was notified of the presence of pests within the facil ity.This finding represents a failure to prevent the entry of pests into the facility and subseq uent creation of an in sanitary condition and contaminate edible product. This document serves as written notification that the plant failed to meet with FSIS Regulatory Requirements cited above.Last Similar NR:NR# RSA0516104012 dated 10/12/2011.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: Approximately 16:56 hours [redacted] observed carcass half entering final rail inspection station with Yz inch of spinal cord attached to backbone area. Production briefly [redacted] stopped; [redacted] & [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The portion of spinal cord was removed, production resumed. According to Establishments GMP procedure for spinal cord removal; all spinal cords will be removed completely by designated employee, or stainless steel shroud pin will be attached to carcass half and railed onto out rail station. Establishmen t’s procedure for spinal cord removal was not properly followed. This is written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above. Last similar N R RSA1916105607N/1 dated 10/07/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 14:08 feces was identified on the round surface of top half carcass # 10 of rail cows. The feces were dark brown in color with lumpy textu re, covering approximately 1inch of round area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated area, and proceeded to tag carcass according to Establishments HACCP Plan. No preventive measures were given at this time. Production resumed shortly afterwards.According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verification were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your Establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cites above. Last similar NR RSA3112102312N/1 dated 10/12/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 10:37 hours carcass 3 of lot 6938 failed Zero Tolerance Verification at final rail inspection station.Green feces were located on the flank area covering approximately 1Yz inches of flanks surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] elected to rail carcass onto out rail rework station & requested further review from my [redacted] Necessary steps were ta ken as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan due to Zero Tolerance Verification failure. Production resumed 10:39 hours. At 10:42 hours carcass 45 of lot 6927 failed Zero Tolerance Verification, at final rail station.Feces were identified on the leg area at lower half of carcass. The feces were green & approximately the size of a dime. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] rubbed his fingers through the contamination (feces smeared) then requested to rail carcass onto out rail rework station for further review from my [redacted]. Necessary measures were taken as stated in Establishments HACCP Plan due to Zero Tolerance Verirication failure. Production resumed approximately 10:45 hours. At 10:57 hours carcass 13of lot 6938 failed Zero Tolerance Verification at final rail inspection station.Feces were identified on top half of carcass on the leg area. The feces were green in color with rough texture covering approximately 1inch of legs surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and proceeded to take necessary measures as indicated in establishments HACCP Plan. Approximately 10:59 hour’s carcass 14 failed Zero Tolerance Verification at final rail inspection station. Feces were found on upper flank area.The feces were green in color covering approximately 5 inches of this area. Production stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface & proceeded to state necessary measures as stated in esta blishments HACCP Plan. At 11:04 carcass 3 of lot 6938 & carcass 45 of lot 6927 were both reviewed [redacted]. [redacted] was notified at this time that both carcass were identified with feces and failed Zero Tolerance Verification .According to Establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA2815104211N/1 dated 10/11/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 15:40 hours [redacted] was notified and shown a fly that landed on the round area of carcass 18 of lot 544. Production briefly stopped [redacted] killed the pest, and trimmed contaminated surface [redacted] stated the area will get sprayed to prevent further pest in facility. Production resumed approximately 15:41 hou rs. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA31161053111N/1 dated 10/11/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 12:06 hou rs feces were found on lower ha lf of a carcass during Zero Tolerance Verification Inspection at final rail inspection station. The feces were located inside the leg area covering approximately 4 inches of its surface. The feces was green in color with rough texture. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and took appropriate measures as stated in establishments HACCP plan concerning Zero Tolerance failu res. Production resumed at 12:08 hours.According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verification checkswere found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regu latory requirements cited above. Last simila r NR RSA3313101005N/1 dated 10/04/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 12:06 hours feces were found on lower half of a carcass during Zero Tolerance Verification Inspection at final rail inspection station. The feces were located inside the leg area covering approximately 4 inches of its surface. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, and took appropriate measures as stated in establishments HACCP plan concerning Zero Tolerance failures. Production resumed at 12:08 hours. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verification checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3313101005N/1dated 10/04/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: At 17:18 hours the following non compliance was observed at the l iver rack station, directly behind the head boning table of the kill floor area [redacted] was notified and shown a fly on top half of liver while hanging on the hook of liver rack: [redacted] made an attempt to kill the pest.The liver was removed, trimmed and placed back onto hook. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA 0516104310N/1 dated 10/10/2011.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 12:12 [redacted] identified a fly on carcass 25 of lot 904 at final rail inspect ion station .The fly was identified on the 2nd ha lf of carcass on the front quarter. [redacted] was notified and shown pest.The area was trimmed, and production resumed .At 12:30 a fly was observed at final rail inspection station along the back of carcass 12 of lot 906. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The pest was killed, carcass trimmed and re inspected [redacted] stated the area will get sprayed to prevent further pest from entering product ion area.This document serves as written notification that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements cited above. Last simila r NR RSA0416105407N/1 dated 10/07/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: Approximately 10:50 hours [redacted] observed carcass 10of lot 7197 presented for inspection with portion of spina l cord attached to neck area. The spinal cord was approximately 8 inches in length. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] removed the spinal cord from carcass at final rail inspection station . According to Establishments procedure for spinal cord remova l, spinal cords should be removed by designated employee before presented to FSIS for inspection. If employee is unableto completely remove spina l cord stainless Steele shroud pin with ribbon will be attached to carcass half . Establishment’ s procedu re for spina l cord remova l was not properly enforced.This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requ irement cited above. Last sim ilar NR RSA191619560N/1 dated 10/07/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 09:32 hours [redacted] observed ha lf carcass 660 being presented for inspection with entire spinal cord attached to the backbone area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The designated employee removed the spinal cord at Inspectors station . No prevent ive measures were given at this time. At 14:50 [redacted] observed carcass 6 of lot 7191 being presented for inspection with entire spina l cord attached to both ha lves of carcass. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.The carcass was railed onto out rail for spina l cord removal. Approximately 15:00 hours carcass 6 was re inspected and found acceptable. No prevent ive measures were given at this time. According to Establishments GMP procedure for spinal cord remova l;all spina l cords will be removed completely by designated employee, or Steele shroud pin with ribbon will be attached to carcass half and railed onto out rail station .Brown Packing written procedure for spinal cord remova l was not properly enforced. This is written documentation that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirement cited above.Last similar NR RSA3515102805N/1 dated 10/05/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 09:04 hours [redacted] penter observed a fly on carcass 638 at final rail inspection station.The fly was identified on upper leg area. Production briefly stopped [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] killed the fly, and trimmed contaminated surface. Production resumed approximately 09:06 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time. Due to pest entering the facility and causing adulterated product, this is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA4115103304N/1dated 10/04/2011.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: Approximately 09:50 hours the following non compliance was observed at final rail inspection station. A carcass half was presented for inspection with entire spinal cord attached to the backbone area. Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. U.S Reject tag 832 037859 was applied to carcass half. According to Establishments GMP procedure pertaining to spinal cord removal; all spinal cords will be completely removed by designated employee, or Steele shroud pin with ribbon will be attached to carcass half and railed onto out rail station for complete removal. At 10:00 hours carcass half was re inspected and released. Establishments GMP for spinal cord removal failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement . Last similar NR RSA451010050 dated 10/04/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of  the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 07:25 hou rs & 07:55 hours [redacted] observed spinal cords attached to carcasses # 557 & 581 at final rail inspection station . Carcass 557 was identified with approximately 3 inches of spina l cord attached to backbone area & carcass 581 was identified with approximately 1inch of spina l cord attached to backbone area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Brown Packing Co’ GMP for spinal cord removal states’one designated employee will have the responsibility for removing spina l cords completely from both sides of carcass. If employee is unable to remove the entire spina l cord, a Steele shroud pin with ribbon will be placed into th is area and railed out and removed completely. Due to establishments written procedure not properly followed represents non compliance. This is written documentation that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requ irement cited above. Last simila r NR RSA0613101201N/1 dated 10/01/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 08:56 hours the following non compliance was identified during Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail inspection station.Carcass 26 of lot 7140 was observed with brown feces along the round area. The feces covered approximately 1 inch of rounds surface. [redacted] were shown non compliance. Establishments employee trimmed contaminated surface; production resumed at 08:58 hours. Establishment took necessary measures as stated in its HACCP plan if Zero Tolerance failure should occur. At 09:06 hours dark brown feces were identified on lower half of carcass 32 a long the flank area, covering approximately 3 inches. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance, [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, measures were enforced as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Production resumed at 09:07. No preventive measures were established at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification hat your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA0613101203N/1 dated 10/03/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: At 09:25 hours [redacted] observed a fly on lower half of carcass at final rail inspection station. [redacted] was notified of non compliance.The carcass was trimmed; re inspected & released approximately 09:27 hours. No preventive measures were given at this time. At 13:57 hours & 14:00 hours [redacted] observed a fly on the leg of carcass 866 & the back area of carcass 867. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The fly was killed, carcass trimmed, re inspected, and released. No preventive measures were given at this time.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3815090230N/1 dated 09/30/2011.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: The following non compliance was observed while performing Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail inspection station. At 10:33 hours green feces were observed directly above pelvic area of carcass half 14 of lot # 131. The feces covered approximately 1 inch of surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified [redacted] instructed employee to remove feces, & [redacted] n to tag carcasses accordingly.10:37 hour’s production resumed. 10:42 hour’s carcass 21 of lot # 131was observed with green feces along the flank area. The feces was scattered approximately 3 inches across flanks area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified & shown [redacted] contaminated surface. [redacted] trimmed contamination from carcass 21, while [redacted]. [redacted] n took necessary measures as stated in establishments HACCP Plan.10:44 hour’s production resumed. 10:45 hour’s carcass # 24 of lot 131 was identified with 3 dark brown round balls of feces along ribcage area, each approximately the size of a dime [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified and shown [redacted] of non compliance, carcass 24 was trimmed and released 10:47 hours. Necessary measures were enforced as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at this time.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA4910093530N/1 dated

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 10:33 hours [redacted] observed portion of spinal cord attached to carcass half 13 of lot # 7124. The spinal cord was approximately 3 inches in length [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The spinal cord was removed at this time.Establishment GMP states procedure for spinal cord removal. Establishment failed to perform its procedure as stated in Brown Packing GMP’s. This document is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements. Last similar NR RSAS815094630N/1 dated 09/30/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.5(a)

Citation: At 09:13 hours establishment employee working in kill floor area was observed spitting in the floor while operating gut buggy. Brown Packing GMP for Sanitary Procedures states spitting isn’t allowed in any processing area. [redacted] was notified of non compliance.[redacted] rinsed the floor with hot water. [redacted] informed employee that this isn’t allowed inside facility. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirements.

Regulation:

416.5(a) Cleanliness. All persons working in contact with product, food-contact surfaces, and product-packaging materials must adhere to hygienic practices while on duty to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 09:13 hours [redacted] was notified of Zero Tolerance failure.Lower half of carcass 41of lot # 7107 was identified with brown feces midway of back area. The feces were approximate ly Y,in length. Production briefly stopped;contaminated carcass was trimmed, re inspected, and released at 09:15 hours. Necessary procedures were taken as establishments HACCP Plan . According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA3816094929N/1 dated 09/29/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 08:03 hours [redacted] observed spinal cord portion left in carcass half as it entered final rail inspection station.The spinal cord was approximately 3 inches in length. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.The portion of spinal cord was removed; production resumed. 13:56 hours [redacted] penter observed a spinal cord approximately 6 inches left inside quartered carcass half as it entered final rail inspection station for the 2nd time. This carcass was railed out due to its length; it was cut in half and represented for inspection with spinal cord portion still attached. U.S reatain tag 832 038337 was applied to carcass & railed onto out rail [redacted] & off line IPP was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] stated the ribbon was mistakenly removed before spinal cord was taken completely out.14:08 hours spinal cord portion was removed & carcass released. Approximately 16:40 hours [redacted] observed spinal cord approximately 4 inches attached to carcass half as it entered final rail inspection station. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The portion of spinal cord was removed. Brown Packing Co’ GMP for spinal cord removal states ‘one designated employee will have the responsibility for removing spinal cord completely from both sides of carcass. If employee is unable to remove the entire spinal cord, the carcass will be railed out and spinal cord removed completely’. Establishment failed to complete its procedure.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above. Last similar N R RSA3611091924N/1 dated 09/24/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The following materials from cattle are specified risk materials, except when they are from cattle from a country that can demonstrate that its bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) risk status can reasonable be expected to provide the same level of protection from human exposure to the BSE agent as prohibiting specified risk materials for use as human food does in the United States:
(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: At 08:03 hours [redacted] observed a fly on carcass head while performing inspection. Due to pest entering into facility & contaminating edible product created insanitary condition [redacted] notified [redacted]. The contaminated head was condemned. 13:21. observed a fly on upper half of carcass 121 of lot # 7113. [redacted] n was notified; contaminated surface was trimmed, production resumed at 13:22 hours. This document serves as written documentation that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA4216091226N/1 dated 09/26/2011.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01801
Violation: 416.2(b)(1)

Citation: At 05:52 while performing pre op procedures in pack off area, across from the rain room the following non compliance was observed. The top of the container that’s used for storing dry ice was identified with a crack surface. The cracked surface was approximately 1inch in length. Ice from this container is placed into boxes of edible product such as; livers,ox tails, cheek meat & tripe.Due to broken sharp edge identified on dry ice container, this could have adulterated product. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. U.S Reject tag 832 038842 was applied to the container [redacted] notified maintenance, the container was removed from production area. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Construction. (1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 16:07 hours [redacted] were notified of Zero Tolerance failure after final rail inspection station, & immediately before [redacted] rinse cabinet. Carcass 31 of lot # 7547 was identified with dark brown feces in pelvic area of 1st side of carcass. The feces were small in size but identifiable. [redacted]r agreed this was feces, he instructed [redacted] to take necessary steps as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Contamination was removed, production resumed 16:10 hours. At 16:14 hours feces were identified midway the leg (upper half) of carcass 28 of lot # 7547. The feces were dark brown with rough texture. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Contamination was removed production resumed 16:16 hours. Bottom half of carcass 3 of rail cows were identified with brown feces in 2 separate locations of the back area. 1st location was approximately 2 inches in length; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance [redacted] rubbed his fingers across the feces causing it to smear, then notified [redacted] for 2nd opinion. 2nd location of back area was identified with dark brown feces approxima tely 1/2, in width. This carcass was rail onto out rail station, trimmed & re inspected. Necessary procedures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan. Establishments Zero Tolerance logs indicates all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your failure to comply with FSIS regulatory could result in additional administrative action(s). Last similar NR RSA03130929N/1 dated 09/29/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 07:25 hours feces were observed on both sides of carcass 25 of lot #548. The 1st half was observed with dark brown feces along hock area covering approximately 1inch of hocks surface. 2nd half of carcass was identified with dark brown feces, hair & feed along hock area covering approximately 1 inch of hocks surface. [redacted] was present and observed fecal contamination. [redacted] was notified and shown both non compliances. Contaminated surfaces were trimmed production resumed 07:30 hours. 07:40 hour’s carcass 36 of lot # 548 was identified with feces along the neck area. The feces varied in sizes largest piece approximately 1inch in length, and scattered throughout the necks surface several inches. [redacted] observed fecal contamination. [redacted] was notified and shown trimmed all contamination from neck area. Production resumed at 07:43; 07:51carcass 32 of lot # 548 was identified with green feces inside flank area, the feces covered approximately 3 incheson flanks inside surface[redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary measureswere taken as stated in establishments HACCP plan. According to establishment Zero Tolerance logs all prior checks were acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements. Last similar NR RSA4716094327N/1 dated 09/27/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(b)(1)

Citation: At 05:47 hours the following non compliance was observed in fabrication area across from the new loading dock. The bone saw shield was identified with 2 cracks causing sharp edges along shields surface. The bones that are cut from this machine are used as edible product. Broken pieces of metal from the shield could have adulterated product. U.S Reject tag B32 038836 was applied to bone saw shield [redacted] was shown and notified of non compliance. Approximately 06:00 hours [redacted] stated the bone saw could not operate without shield covering. I informed [redacted] that metal from the broken edges could fall into product causing product adulteration, [redacted] asked could he notify IIC of situation [redacted]. approved [redacted] to operate the bone saw during today’s production, but must be repaired before production 09/30/2011. Approximately 06:15 hours U .S Reject tag was removed. This document serves that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulartory requirements.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 16:44 hours [redacted] observed spinal cord attached to carcass half .The spinal cord was approximately 7 inches in length.Production briefly stopped : Brown Packing procedure for spinal cord remova l was not affective at this time. U.S Retain tag 832 038340 was applied to caress half [redacted] was notified the spinal cord was removed; production resumed, [redacted] stated designated employee will place ribbon onto carcasses that spinal cords are not completely removed. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA3611091924N/1 dated 09/24/2011.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(d), 416.4(d), 416.13(c)

Citation: Approximately 06:24 hours the following non compliance was observed as I entered through (tail & cheek meat) offal area to release USDA retain cage. Water was observed dripping from rail as carcasses exit from acid wash cabinet. Production briefly stopped in the kill floor to prevent carcasses from entering into this area. U.S. Reject tag 832 038841was applied to this area [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified [redacted] & designated employees began wiping condensation and dripping water from other locations of the rain room. Two carcasses were trimmed and sprayed with lactic acid due to water from the rail dripping on top halves. Approximately 06:39 hours [redacted] stated designated employees will monitor area closely to prevent reoccurrences. Production resumed at this time. This document serves as written documentation that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(d) Ventilation. Ventilation adequate to control odors, vapors, and condensation to the extent necessary to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions must be provided.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a)

Citation: lnspecto [redacted] observed a fly on rou nd area of carcass half at final rail inspection station at approximately 16:05 hours. [redacted] was notified of non compliance.17:02 hours [redacted] observed a fly on back area carcass 383 at final rail inspection station [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] notified [redacted] Harris at 17:09 hours [redacted] observed a fly on round area of carcass half 791. [redacted] was notified of non compliance. Contaminated carcasses were trimmed and re inspected. [redacted] sprayed areas of the kill floor to prevent further entrance of pest.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA4216091226N/ 1dated 09/39/2011.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 10:31hours the following non compliance was observed while performing Zero Tolerance Verification Inspection. Feces were identified on carcass 14 lot # 7518 along the hock area. The feces were dark brown in color with rough texture. [redacted] r was notified and shown non compliance. Carcass 17 of lot # 7518 was found with feces along round area, the feces were greenish brown in color covering approximately 1/2 of surface [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Carcass 18 of lot # 7518 was found with feces along outside flank area; the feces were greenish brown in color and smeared once rubbed across. The feces covered approximately 1/4 of flanks surface. [redacted] was notified. Carcass 25 of lot # 7518 was identified with green feces along flank area covering approximately X of surface. [redacted] were notified and shown non compliance. Carcasses were trimmed and released; no preventive measures were given at this time. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR dated 09/26/2011.

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.2(b)(1), 416.4(d)

Citation: At 05:11hour’s the following non compliance was identified while performing pre op Inspection in kill floor area. Three gut buggieswere found with sharp edges, the 1st buggy was observed with broken edges in the middle of the pan.This area holds edible product such as we sand meat, & livers.The 2nd and 3rd gut buggy were observed with sharp edges along the front which holds the kidney for FSIS inspection.U.S Reject tags # 832 03822, 832 038323,& 832 038325were applied to buggies. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.Approxima tely 05:55 hours [redacted] o stated that two of the three buggies that were tag are now ready for re inspection. One of the 3 buggieswas replaced with spare part from extra gut buggy until later repaired .Approxima tely 06:00 hours tag 832038322 & 832 038325 were released. The spare part that was brought in for replacement was identified with sharp edges in bottom of pan area. 05:56 hours U.S Reje ct tag 832 038146 was applied to gut buggy. Approximately 06:29 U .S reject tag 832 038323 was re inspected and released. One gut buggy remains out for repairs at this time. [redacted] stated he will inspect all gut buggies at the end of shift, making sure they are in good conditions. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(b)(1) Every establishment shall develop and implement a written HACCP plan covering each product produced by that establishment whenever a hazard analysis reveals one or more food safety hazards that are reasonably likely to occur, based on the hazard analysis conducted in accordance with paragraph (a) of this section, including products in the following processing categories:
(i) Slaughter—all species.
(ii) Raw product—ground.
(iii) Raw product—not ground.
(iv) Thermally processed—commercially
sterile.
(v) Not heat treated—shelf stable.
(vi) Heat treated—shelf stable.
(vii) Fully cooked—not shelf stable.
(viii) Heat treated but not fully
cooked—not shelf stable.
(ix) Product with secondary inhibitors—
not shelf stable.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.3, 310.2

Citation: At 11:40 hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor, I noted the following non compliance; the intestine, uterus, and bladder of carcass with US Blue Retained Tag# 63643663 which was railed out for veterinary disposition from the carcass fina l rail inspection station, were missing. All other related parts and organs were present. Upon examination of the carcass, it was determined that the carcass with multiple nodular enlargements along the nerve trunk of the carcass, and the intercostal spaces of both ribs cages. The carcass and its related parts were condemned. [redacted] was informed that the plant is in violation of Regulatory Requirements 310.2(a), and 310. requiring all parts derived from a carcass to be identified and maintained with the carcass until completion of post mortem examination. The plant’s system is not able to maintain the viscera related to a carcass that needs to be retained from the final rail inspection station for additional examinations by veterinarian. The occurrence is repetitive, and the plant management award of the problem, but no action taken. The last similar: NR#RSA3911092824N/1 dated 9/24/2011

Regulation:

310.3 Each carcass, including all detached organs and other parts, in which any lesion or other condition is found that might render the meat or any part unfit for food purposes, or otherwise adulterated, and which for that reason would require a subsequent inspection, shall be retained by the Program employee at the time of inspection. The identity of every such retained carcass, detached organ, or other part shall be maintained until the final inspection has been completed. Retained carcasses shall not be washed or trimmed unless authorized by the Program employee.

310.2(a) The head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each slaughtered animal, and all blood and other parts of such animal to be used in the preparation of meat food products or medical products, shall be handled in such a manner as to identify them with the rest of the carcass and as being derived from the particular animal involved, until the post-mortem examination of the carcass and parts thereof has been completed. Such handling shall include the retention of ear tags, backtags, implants, and other identifying devices affixed to the animal, in such a way to relate them to the carcass until the post-mortem examination has been completed.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: 12:15 hour’s feces were identified on carcass 12 of lot # 508 during Zero Tolerance Verification.The feces were green in color and located inside flank area.The feces were scattered throughout the flank area covering approximately 4 inches of inside flank.Production briefly stopped; [redacted] & [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Necessary steps were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan . Carcass 15 of lot # 508 was identified with green feces on lower back area covering approximately 1inch of back surface. Carcass 17 of lot # 508 was identified with feces on outside flank area. The feces were green in color covering 1inch of flank area. [redacted] was notified and shown both non compliances. All contamination was trimmed from carcasses and production resumed . According to establishments’ Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. No preventive measures weregiven at this time. Th is document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Last similar NR RSA2316094826N/1 dated 09/24/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01C01
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(a)

Citation: 12:00 hour’s [redacted] observed a fly around fina l rail inspection stand; [redacted] was notified . 13:00 hour’s [redacted] observed a fly in fl ight around head table & vet’s head disposition area. [redacted] was notified of both situations. This is written document that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requ irements cited above.Last similiar NR RSA3907093723 dated 09/23/2011

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: 08:53 hour’s feces were identified on the round half of carcass 23 of lot # 7491. The feces were greenish brown in color covering approxima tely 3 inches of round area. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Production briefly stopped [redacted] trimmed contaminated surface, necessary measures were taken as stated in establishments HACCP Plan . 08:55 hou r’s production resumed. According to establishments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable.No preventive measureswere given at this time.Last similar NR RSA1717091722N/1 dated 09/22/2011.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

417.3(a)(4) Perform or obtain reassessment by an individual trained in accordance with § 417.7 of this part, to determine whether the newly identified deviation or other unforeseen hazard should be incorporated into the HACCP plan.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: . At 10:37 hours the following non compliance was observed after final rail inspection station. Carcass 7 of lot #7486 was observed with feces inside the pelvic area covering approximately Y,inch of surface.The feces were dark brown in color with rough texture. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Both agreed that this was Zero Tolerance failure. Carcass # 7 was trimmed, and re inspected; Production resumed approxima tely 10:41hours. Establishment took necessary measures as stated in there HACCP plan . Preventive measures weren’t given at this time. [redacted] stated [redacted] pushed carcass #7 pass establishments designated employee. Due to carcasses heavily contaminated 2nd Zero Tolerance Verification task were performed,and the following non compliances were observed. Approximately 16:11hours fecal was observed on upper leg of carcass #27 of rail cows [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] agreed that is was Zero Tolerance fail ure. 16:34 while observing lower half of carcassesfecal was found on outside of flank area of carcass # 10 of rail cows.The feces were dark in color and smeared once rubbed. [redacted] was notified & shown non compliance. Contaminated surface was trimmed and released. 16:37 hours feces were found on carcass #28 of same lot. The feces were greenish brown in color, and found along the neck area covering approximately 3 inches of surfaces. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. In both cases establishment took necessary measures as stated in there HACCP plan. Carcass28 was trimmed, and passed inspection at 16:37 hours. No preventive measures were given at th is time. This document sereves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.Last similar NR RSA421509562 1N/1 dated 09/21/2011

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.3(a)(4), 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: At 14:50 hours the following non compliance was observed du ring Zero Tolerance Verification inspection task. Feces were located in the pelvic area of a half carcass 19 of lot #471.The feces were greenish brown covering approximately X of inch of the pelvic area.Production briefly stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown of the non compliance. The contaminated carcass was trimmed 14:53 hours, and production resumed. According to establishment’s Zero Tolerance Logs checks, carcasses in the rain cooler found acceptable from the last check. Establishment took corrective action accord ing to the plant’s HACCP Plan.Preventive measures were not established at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements. Last similar NR RSA2913091314N/1 dated 09/14/2011

Regulation:

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.2

Citation: At 07:50 hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor, I noted the following non compliance;the intestine, uterus, and bladder of carcass with US Blue Retained Tag# 63643599 which was railed out for veterinary disposition from the carcass final rail inspection station, were missing.All other related parts and organs were present .Upon examination of the carcass, it was determined that the carcass with multiple nodular enlargements along the nerve trunk of the carcass, heart, and in the intercostal spaces of both ribs cages( Neurofibroma ) . The carcass and its related parts were condemned. [redacted] was informed that the plant is in violation of Regulatory Requirements 310.2(a), and requiring all parts derived from a carcass to be identified and maintained with the carcass until completion of post mortem examination.The plant’ssystem is not able to maintain the viscera related to a carcass that needs to be retained from the final rail inspection station for veterinary disposition. The occurrence is repetitive, and the plant management award of the problem, but no action taken . The last similar: NR#RSA4209093914N/1dated 9/14/2011.

Regulation:

310.2(a) The head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each slaughtered animal, and all blood and other parts of such animal to be used in the preparation of meat food products or medical products, shall be handled in such a manner as to identify them with the rest of the carcass and as being derived from the particular animal involved, until the post-mortem examination of the carcass and parts thereof has been completed. Such handling shall include the retention of ear tags, backtags, implants, and other identifying devices affixed to the animal, in such a way to relate them to the carcass until the post-mortem examination has been completed.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 06:29 hours, while performing Zero Tolerance verification inspection task immediately after final rail station, the following non compliance was observed; Feces were observed on inside flank of carcass 10 of lot #7443. The feces were green in color and scattered approximately 2 inches diameter. Production briefly stopped [redacted] & [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.The Contaminated carcass was trimmed, production resumed. Establishment followed procedures as stated in its HACCP plan in result of Zero Tolerance fail ure. Carcass 12 of same lot was observed with feces along flank area.The feces were located in three different locations of flank area,each location aproximately 1/4 of inch .The feces were greenish brown in color with rough texture, and smeared once rub acorss. [redacted] observed non compliance, and stated this was indeed fecal contamination. Carcass was trimmed and released. According to establishment Zero Tolerance Logs all prior verification were found acceptable. No preventive measures were given at time of failure.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirement cited above.Last similar NR:NR # RSA 2913091314N/1 dated 09/14/2011.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a)

Citation: At 13:05 hours, [redacted] observed one fly in flight in inedible area. [redacted] was notified, at 14:05 hours, he observed one fly in flight in vet’s head disposition area. [redacted] was notified, and at 16:35 hours he observed one fly in flight at veterinary ‘s head d isposition area [redacted] was notified and visibly shown non compliance.These findings represent failu re to prevent entry of pest into facil ity creating insanitary conditions. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regulatory requirement cited above.The last similar NR issued 09/19/2011

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.4(d)

Citation: Approximately 12:09 hour’s water was observed dripping from the ceiling into the floor. The ceiling is located right side of head wash cabinet, and directly behind the sink before evisceration station. Production briefly stopped to prevent carcasses from becoming contaminated. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. No product was involved. Plastic was placed on ceiling until further prevent ive measures could be established. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with regu latory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: While on the kill floor, thefollowing non compliance were observed;(1) At 08:10 hours, I observed two flies in flight around the veterinarian’s viscera  disposition [redacted] area, was observed, and  notified of this non  compliance.(2) At 13:05 hours, I observed two flies in flight around the veterinarian ‘s  head disposition area, [redacted] was notfied of this non compliance. (3) At 13:13 hours,W>JM  Fieled observed one fly on carcass#663 while she was giving USDA break, [redacted] was notified. As immidiate corrective action, the affected part was trimmed. The finding reperesents a failure to prevent the entry of pests into the facility and subsequent creation of an insanitary condition, and contaminat edible product. This document serves as written  notification that the plant failed to meet with FSIS Regulatory Requirements416.2(a),and 416.4(d)

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: At 14:13 hours [redacted] observed approximately 2 inches of spinal cord attached to neck portion of carcass. [redacted] railed carcass onto out rail station. U.S Retain tag 832 038326 was applied to carcass [redacted] was notified. Brown Packing Co’ GMP for spinal cord removal state” one designated employee will have the responsibility for removing spinal cord completely from both side of carcass.The sponal cord will be placed into yellow barrel. The barrel will then be dumped into the ingesta auger that empties into truck that is sent to composing. Employee will not be allowed to trim on carcass, only remove spinal cord, and empty bags containing the flexor tender. If employee is unable to remove the entire spinal cord, he will stick a stainless steel shroud pin with ribbon attached to the area of backbone with spinal cord still enclosed . Carcass will be railed out and spinal cord removed”. The designated employee did not follow establishment’s procedure by sticking stain less steeel shroud pin with ribbon attached to the area with spinal cord still enclosed, also he did not notify his supervisor of spinal cord still attached. This document serves as written notification that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above. Last similar NR dated 09/17/2011

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: While on the kill floor, [redacted] informed me that he observed one fly which had landed on 1carcass#146 at 07:06 hou rs, also he observed one fly which had landed on carcass# 101at 08:00 hou rs.• was notified of the non compliance, as corrective action, the affected partswere trimmed. Also, the following non compliances were observed wh ile on the kill floor(l)At 09:55 hours, I observed onefly in flight around veterinarian’s head disposition area [redacted] was showed and notified.(2)At 12:00 hours, I observed two flies in flight around veterinarian’sviscera disposition [redacted] was notified.(3)At 15:00 hour, I observed 3 flies in flight around the inedible area [redacted] s showed and notified.( 4)At 15:35 hours, I observed two flies in flight around the veterinarian’s head disposition area, [redacted] was observed and notified .The finding represents a failure to prevent the entry of pests into the facility and subsequent creation of in sanitary condition . This document serves as written notification that the plant failed to meet with FSIS Regulatory Requirements416.2(a),and 416.4(d). Previous plant’s action is ineffective to prevent the reoccurrences. Last similar:NR#RSA2411092817N/1dated 9/17/2011

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 03J02
Violation: 310.22(a)(1)

Citation: Approximately 08:00 hours [redacted] penter observed carcass 6043 of lot # 7419 at final rail station with approximately 15 inches of spinal cord in the lumbar vertebrae still attached [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Establishments GMP states a designated employee is responsible of removing entire spinal cord from both sides of carcass before entering cooler, or if not able to remove completely the designated employee will place stainless steel shroud pin with ribbon attached to the backbone area, and carcass with then get railed out onto out rail station.Esta blishment procedure wasn’t followed through . U.S Retain tag 832 038728 was applied to carcass at this time, and instructed to rail out station by FSIS Inspector. [redacted] removed spinal cord, and presented for re inspection [redacted] stated employee will be retrained of proper procedures of spinal cord removal. 08:26 hours U.S Retain tag was removed. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply wit FSIS regulatory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

310.22(a)(1) The brain, skull, eyes, trigeminal ganglia, spinal cord, vertebral column (excluding the vertebrae of the tail, the transverse processes of the thoracic and lumbar vertebrae, and the wings of the sacrum), and dorsal root ganglia from cattle 30 months of age and older and

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a)

Citation: At 08:35 [redacted] observed a fly in flight at viscera disposition area [redacted] was notified. 11:45 hours [redacted] observed a fly in flight at disposition area, [redacted] was notified. 05:10 hours [redacted] observed a fly in flight at carcass d isposition area, and in inedible area [redacted] was notified and observed situation.This is written documentation that your establishment is aware & unable to control pest in facility. Your establishment has failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.13(a), 416.2(b)(1), 416.1

Citation: At 05:12 while performing pre op procedure the following non compliance was observed . One of the four gut buggies, were found with cracked edge on inside of pan .The gut buggies are used to transport edible prod uct for inspection . Due to cracked  piece of metal inside the gut buggy could have caused contaminated  prod uct. U.S Reject tag 832 038147 was applied to the buggy. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] later stated, employees that operate the buggies will notify management  of any repairs they noticed while operating buggies.U.S Reject tag was removed  after re inspection  of the buggy at 06:20. This document serves as written  notification that you’re established failed to comply with regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(a) Each official establishment shall conduct the pre-operational procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s before the start of operations.

416.2(b)(1) Establishment buildings, including their structures, rooms, and compartments must be of sound construction, be kept in good repair, and be of sufficient size to allow for processing, handling, and storage of product in a manner that does not result in product adulteration or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.1 Each official establishment must be operated and maintained in a manner sufficient to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and to ensure that product is not adulterated.

Code: 06002
Violation: 310.3, 310.2

Citation: At 09:50 hours, while performing final disposition on the kill floor, I noted the following non compliance; lungs of a carcass with US Retained Blue tag # 63643231, which was retained for veterinary disposition from the viscera inspection station, by [redacted] was missing. As such, a determination as to the suitability of this carcass for wholesome food could be made [redacted] was notified that the plant is in violation with Regulatory Requirements 310.2(a), and 310.3 requiring all parts derived from a carcass to be identified and maintained with the carcass until completion of post mortem examination.This carcass was railed out because of enlarged edematous iliac lymph node. The occurrence is repetitive and the plant management awarded of the problem, but no action taken to prevent this from happening, also no repones to the previous NRs. Last similar NR: NR# 0137 dated 8/23/2011

Regulation:

310.3 Each carcass, including all detached organs and other parts, in which any lesion or other condition is found that might render the meat or any part unfit for food purposes, or otherwise adulterated, and which for that reason would require a subsequent inspection, shall be retained by the Program employee at the time of inspection. The identity of every such retained carcass, detached organ, or other part shall be maintained until the final inspection has been completed. Retained carcasses shall not be washed or trimmed unless authorized by the Program employee.

310.2(a) The head, tail, tongue, thymus gland, and all viscera of each slaughtered animal, and all blood and other parts of such animal to be used in the preparation of meat food products or medical products, shall be handled in such a manner as to identify them with the rest of the carcass and as being derived from the particular animal involved, until the post-mortem examination of the carcass and parts thereof has been completed. Such handling shall include the retention of ear tags, backtags, implants, and other identifying devices affixed to the animal, in such a way to relate them to the carcass until the post-mortem examination has been completed.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4), 417.3(a)(4)

Citation: At 10:36 hours while performing Zero Tolerance Verification after final rail station, immediately before lactic acid wash cabinet the following non compliance was observed . Feces were identified inside rump area of carcass 7 of lot #7385. The fecal were dark brown in color and approximately 1inch wide and 1/2 inch long.[redacted] was notified and visibly shown non compliance. All contaminat ion was trimmed. Preventive measures were not esta blished at this time. Establishment placed green hold tags on carcass 7 preparing for re inspection of prior carcasses as stated in there HACCP Plan. 10:39 hour’s production resumed, according to establishments Zero Tolerance logs all prior checks were acceptable. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

417.3(a)(4) No product that is injurious to health or otherwise adulterated as a result of the deviation enters commerce.

Code: 01C01
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.2(a), 416.13(c)

Citation: Several times throughout the day IPP identified and shown Establishment Management of pest in facility. 07:36 hours [redacted] noted a fly on carcass at final rail inspection. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The pest was killed, carcass trimmed and passed inspection. 12:55 hours [redacted] observed 2 flies in flight in inedible area of the kill floor [redacted] notified. 13:00 hours [redacted] observed 2 flies in flight in the viscera disposition area [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. IPP observed 2 more flies 13:10 hours and 16:40 hours 1 at head disposition area and 1 at viscera disposition area [redacted] was notified of both findings. No preventive measures were given. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above. Similar NR dated 09/12/2011

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a)

Citation: At 13:40 hours, while on the kill floor, I observed one fly in flight around the viscera disposition area. [redacted] was observed and notified of the presence of the pests within the kill floor. Also at 16:30 hours, I observed one fly in flight around the carcasses disposition area [redacted] was notified and observed of the presence of pests within the kill floor. This finding represents a failure to prevent the entry of pests into the facility and supsequent creation of an insanitary condition that could contaminate edible product. This document serves as written notification that the plant failed to meet with FSIS Regulatory Requirements cited above. last similar NR:NR#RSA0316092412N/1dated 9/12/2011

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.13(b), 416.13(c)

Citation: At 06:05 hours the following compliance was observed at the entrance of kill floor. Employees were entering kill floor without Establishment personnel performing equipment and utensil inspection. Establishment has written procedure that states [redacted]. [redacted] was notified and made aware of non compliance [redacted] stated he started performing utensil inspection, but due to time clock not properly working he addressed time clock issues. I informed [redacted] has written procedure that states [redacted]. 06:11 hours [redacted] began  informing employees to return to entrance of the kill floor to prepare for equipment inspection.  This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with  FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(b) Each official establishment shall conduct all other procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s at the frequencies specified.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.2(a), 416.4(d)

Citation: Between 06:31hou rs and 06:43 [redacted] observed flies on carcass # 10, 16 & 21. [redacted] notified and visibly show [redacted] of each incident. [redacted] Killed insects and stated he will spray the area to prevent further insects. 09:35 & 12:15 flies wereobserved at Veterinarian’s disposition area; were both notified .No preventive measures were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.13(c)

Citation: At 5:14 hours while performing pre op inspection on kill floor area the following non compliance was observed. Area (7) head wash cabinet had blood and feces from previous day’s production located inside the wash cabinet [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.U.S Reject tag 832038236 was applied to this area. According to establishment Pre op log all areas were acceptable during establishments’ inspection. [redacted] stated hewill notify the clean up crew to clean and check areas closely before releasing. Area 7 was re inspected and released approximately 05:21 hours.This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 03J03
Violation: 417.2(c)(4)

Citation: 10:37 hours the following non compliances was observed while performing Zero Tolerance Verification task after final rail inspection, and immediately before lactic acid rinse. Feces were found on top half of carcass 7 of lot # 6232 and carcass 9 of same lot. Carcass # 7 was identified with green feces along the leg area covering approximately 1inch of surface. Carcass # 9 was identified with dark brown feces inside rump, and leg area both small in size & smeared once rubbed. [redacted]r was notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] began applying establishments green hold tags preparing to take necessary steps as stated in establishments HACCP plan . Contaminated surfaces were trimmed and released. According to establish ments Zero Tolerance Logs all prior checks were found acceptable. Th is document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

417.2(c)(4) List the procedures, and the frequency with which those procedures will be performed, that will be used to monitor each of the critical control points to ensure compliance with the critical limits;

Code: 01C01
Violation: 416.4(d)

Citation: Approximately 16:15 hours several heads were observed dragging the floor around hide puller area.[redacted] (gutting at the time) was notified of situation. [redacted] instructed head Inspector to condemn head 425 & 426 due to touching thefloor.[redacted] was the only [redacted] in the area at this time, and stated he will notify employees of dragging heads. [redacted] then returned to eviscerate carcasses.Approximately 16:19 hours I observed a head th rown across the floor from hide puller area. [redacted] was again notified and stated the head will be thrown away. Shortly after this situation I observed long carcass with head attached dragging the floor to the pre eviscerating station . The head began dragging the floor at hide puller area without white pan under, causing head to become adulterated. Also the legs of the same carcass were dragging from hide puller area with hide attached [redacted] & [redacted] were notified. U.S Retain tags 832 038265 & 832 038261were applied to each side of contaminated carcass. The carcass was trimmed and released approximately 16:45. Preventive measures were not given at this time. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirement cited above.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.4(d), 416.13(c)

Citation: At 16:45 hours while in cooler # four I observed the following non compliance, condensation on several portions of the rail with hanging carcasses.The condensation dripped on two sides equally 1 carcass [redacted]. [redacted] were notified and observed non compliance. As immediate corrective actions the contaminated parts were trimmed and sprayed with lactic acid and the condensation was wiped and dried in my presents.No preventive measu res were given at this time. This document serves as written notification that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements.

Regulation:

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01C02
Violation: 416.12(a), 416.4(d), 416.13(b), 416.15(a)

Citation: At 16:30 hou rs while on the kill floor, notified me of a fly which landed on the tip of a tongue. [redacted] was notified and shown the presence of pest on the kill floor.As immediate corrective actions [redacted] employee to trim and wash the tongue.The find ings represent a failure to prevent entry of pest into facility and subsequent creation of an insan itary cond ition. This iswritten notification that you r establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requirements.

Regulation:

416.12(a) The Sanitation SOP’s shall describe all procedures an official establishment will conduct daily, before and during operations, sufficient to prevent direct contamination or adulteration of product(s).

416.4(d) Product must be protected from adulteration during processing, handling, storage, loading, and unloading at and during transportation from official establishments.

416.13(b) Each official establishment shall conduct all other procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s at the frequencies specified.

416.15(a) Each official establishment shall take appropriate corrective action(s) when either the establishment or FSIS determines that the establishment’s Sanitation SOP’s or the procedures specified therein, or the implementation or maintenance of the Sanitation SOP’s, may have failed to prevent direct contamination or adulteration of product(s).

Code: 01C01
Violation: 381.1_ Adulterated, 416.2(d), 416.13(c)

Citation: 06:14 the following non compliance was observed as I entered into the cooler using the main entrance. Water was observed blowing from 2 fans above the area that’s used to pack edible product such as tripe. Beaded condensation was observed over the long table which is used to pack and store edible product prior to packing. Due to water blowing from the fans and beaded condensation into this area U.S Reject tag 832 038259 was applied to this area [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. Approximately 06:30 compliance was reinstated due to [redacted] & employees wiping condensation from ceiling and drying both fans. Preventive measures were not established at this time. Approximately 06:19 the following non compliance was observed in the pack off area located directly behind the kill floor. Beaded condensation, water dripping from ceiling above pack off table, & water was located on several rails of the rail room.One rail was observed with carcasses on the rail with water dripping onto carcasses top halves.U.S Reta in 832 038258 was applied to this row of carcasses. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. They both began addressing the situation. [redacted] employees trimmed contaminated carcasses and applied lactic acid. U.S Retain tag was removed. [redacted] later began involved in the matter. 07:34 I was informed by [redacted] the rain room was ready for reinspection. At th is time U.S tags were removed, [redacted] stated designated employees are instructed to check these areas prior to start up. If there are problems to notified a member of management until the problem is resolved . This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirments cited above.

Regulation:

381.1_ Adulterated ‘‘Adulterated’’ applies to any poultry product under one or more of the following circumstances:
(i) If it bears or contains any poisonous or deleterious substance which may render it injurious to health; but in case the substance is not an added substance, such article shall not be considered adulterated under this clause if the quantity of such substance in or on such article does not ordinarily render it injurious to health;
(ii)(a) If it bears or contains (by reason of administration of any substance to the live poultry or otherwise) any added poisonous or added deleterious substance (other than one which is a pesticide chemical in or on a raw agricultural commodity; a food additive; or a color additive) which may, in the judgment of the Administrator, make such article unfit for human food;
(b) If it is, in whole or part, a raw agricultural commodity and such commodity bears or contains a pesticide chemical which is unsafe within the meaning of section 408 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act;
(c) If it bears or contains any food additive which is unsafe within the meaning of section 409 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act;
(d) If it bears or contains any color additive which is unsafe within the meaning of section 706 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

416.2(d) Ventilation. Ventilation adequate to control odors, vapors, and condensation to the extent necessary to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions must be provided.

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

Code: 01C01
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(d)

Citation: 15:28 water was noticed dripping from ceiling in offal area directly beside USDA retain cage. Beaded condensation was observed on the ceiling above offal table. Water was observed dripping from lower pans which were directly over edible product. Three boxes of cheek meat & 1box of tails were contaminated as a result of water dripping from overhead. U.S retain tags were applied to contaminated product. [redacted] were both notified and shown non compliance. [redacted] later res condition all products. 15:33 as I approached the USDA retain cage I observed beaded condensation on the rails overhead. At this time I began walking through rain room and noticed all the rails had beaded condensation or water dripping from them. [redacted] were both notified and shown non compliance. U.S tag 837 192675 was applied to this area, to prevent carcasses from entering the rain room area and becoming contaminated. [redacted] where aware of the situation. [redacted]began placing establishments green hold tags on contaminated carcasses. Approximately 16:15 [redacted] stated he would like the rails re inspected in order for the establishment to use 1side of the rail room to transport carcasses to different location inside the cooler. The rails where re inspected and not released, due to fans blowing water back onto the rails. 16:22 [redacted] wiped all condensation from this area and stated he would have establishment employee wipe the rails as needed while carcasses are transported through the rain room. Contaminated product was trimmed and sprayed with lactic acid. U.S tag was removed at this time; production resumed. This document serves as written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(d) Ventilation. Ventilation adequate to control odors, vapors, and condensation to the extent necessary to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions must be provided.

Code: 01C01
Violation: 416.13(c), 416.2(d)

Citation: 13:30 feces were found on carcass 12 of lot 248 during zero tolerance verification check. Zero tolerance verification check is performed at final rail inspection station just before carcasses enter into [redacted] rinse. Small round pieces of feces were found on lower half of carcass above leg area, and several other surfaces above leg area.Production stopped; [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance.[redacted] trimmed contaminated surface as [redacted] began placing green hold tags on carcass preparing for steps as stated in establishments HACCP plan. 13:33 production resumed, no preventive measures were established at this time. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regulatory requirements cited above.

Regulation:

416.13(c) Each official establishment shall monitor daily the implementation of the procedures in the Sanitation SOP’s.

416.2(d) Ventilation. Ventilation adequate to control odors, vapors, and condensation to the extent necessary to prevent adulteration of product and the creation of insanitary conditions must be provided.

Code: 01802
Violation: 416.1, 416.2(a), 416.4(a), 416.4(b)

Citation: The following non compliance was observed during pre-op inspections. 05:12 rust was located on top of brisket saw and a long the entire saw blade. The skinners/shavers were observed in grey tote with oil in the bottom of the pan, also located in the bottom of the same pan with shavers were a dead fly. The saw blade is used to cut d irectly into the belly of each carcass.The shavers are used to skin the hide back of each carcass. Due to rust found on brisket blade, and fly found in tote with shavers created insanitary conditions.U.S Reject tag 832 038138 was applied to contam inated surface. [redacted] was notified and shown non compliance. The blade was removed  from production area. [redacted] stated he will notify employee responsiblefor putting the shavers in pan containing pest. Also [redacted] stated he would notify ma intenance of rusty blade inside brisket saw.U.S Reject tag was removed  approximately 05:22. This is written notification that your establishment failed to comply with FSIS regu latory requ irements cited above.

Regulation:

416.1 Each official establishment must be operated and maintained in a manner sufficient to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and to ensure that product is not adulterated.

416.2(a) Grounds and pest control. The grounds about an establishment must be maintained to prevent conditions that could lead to insanitary conditions, adulteration of product, or interfere with inspection by FSIS program employees. Establishments must have in place a pest management program to prevent the harborage and breeding of pests on the grounds and within establishment facilities. Pest control substances used must be safe and effective under the conditions of use and not be applied or stored in a manner that will result in the adulteration of product or the creation of insanitary conditions.

416.4(a) All food-contact surfaces, including food-contact surfaces of utensils and equipment, must be cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and the adulteration of product.

416.4(b) Non-food-contact surfaces of facilities, equipment, and utensils used in the operation of the establishment must be cleaned and sanitized as frequently as necessary to prevent the creation of insanitary conditions and the adulteration of product.