How should recalled food be stored?

Recalled food must be stored with clear signage to ensure that it is easily identifiable and segregated from other food items. This is critical in preventing any accidental use or consumption of the recalled items, which could pose a safety risk to consumers. Clear signage helps everyone in the facility understand that the food is not to be distributed or served, thus minimizing the chance of cross-contamination with other food products.

While having the recalled food in the original container can sometimes help keep the item identifiable, it is the clear signage that plays a pivotal role in alerting staff and preventing confusion. Keeping it in a separate area could also be necessary, but without clear markings, it still risks being overlooked or mismanaged in a busy environment. Storing recalled food with the rest of the food is not appropriate, as it increases the risk of it being consumed or mixed with safe food. Clear signage, therefore, is essential in food safety management concerning recalled products.