Food Safety - Food Security Devastating acts, such as the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, have left many concerned about the possibility of future incidents in the United States and their potential impact. They have raised uncertainty about what might happen next. Nevertheless, there are things that meat processors can do to prepare for the unexpected if an emergency arises. Taking preparatory action can reassure you that you can exert a measure of control even in the face of such events. United States Department of Homeland Security Advisory System - The advisory system developed for a comprehensive and effective communication structure for the dissemination of information regarding the risk of terrorist attacks to all levels of government and the American people. Click graphic to go to the Department of Homeland Security and see the current threat condition FSIS Food Defense Guidance Materials Developing A Food Defense Plan Guidance Document AskFSIS Q&As on Food Defense Food Security Workshops - "Food Security: Make It Your Business" - FSIS workshop materials used to discuss food security awareness, the FSIS Industry Self-Assessment Checklist for Food Security, food security plans, and FSIS Directives. Section 1 - Presentation: Awareness - Protecting the Food Supply Section 2 - Presentation: FSIS Directive 5420 Revision Series and Notices Section 3 - Presentation: Let's Complete a Self-Assessment - Exercise: FSIS Food Security Checklist Worksheet Presentation: Let's Develop a Plan Exercise: FSIS Food Security Plan Worksheet Appendix A FSIS Directive 5420.1, Rev. 1 - Homeland Security Threat Condition Response - Food Security Verification Procedures FSIS Directive 5420.4, Rev. 2 - Homeland Security Threat Condition Response - Emergency Procedures for the Office of International Affairs Import Inspection Division FSIS Notice 7-05 - Industry Self-Assessment Checklist for Food Security FSIS Notice 9-05 - Updating Plant Specific Inspection System Procedures (ISP) for Homeland Security Procedures FSIS Notice 19-05 - Clarification for FSIS Directive 5420.1, Revision 1 Appendix B - Industry Self-Assessment Checklist for Food Security FSIS Model Food Security Plans Model food security plans that meat, poultry and egg processing establishments can apply to strengthen security measures and prevent acts of intentional contamination. Egg Processing Facilities Import Establishments Meat and Poultry Processing Facilities Meat and Poultry Slaughter Facilities NASDA Model Food Emergency Response Plan Template - This template is designed to assist states with the development of food emergency response plans. Online Food Security Training - This course offers an introduction to food security for state and local sanitarians, USDA FSIS field inspectors, and HHS FDA field inspectors. Food Security and training experts from FDA and USDA wrote and approved the course. www.ready.gov - Federal officials unveiled a national-disaster preparedness campaign for small businesses. This website is an education and advertising effort aimed at easing disruptions of a terrorist attack, hurricane or other catastrophe on a sector that employs more people in the U.S. than any other. USDA Homeland Security Efforts - (May 2004) - Shortly after the events of September 11, 2001, USDA formed a Homeland Security Council within the Department to develop a Department-wide plan and coordinate efforts among all USDA agencies and offices. This document outlines the efforts of the USDA. New Target For Terror? - Bioterrorism risk is re-examined as experts say that while an attack on a farm wouldn't kill many people, the economic impact could be huge. Keeping Your Facility Secure - The information is provided as some general guidance in protecting yourself, your animals and your facility. USDA Guide For Security Practices In Transporting Ag & Food Commodities - This guide is the result of a voluntary cooperative effort of the USDA and the Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference (AFTC) of the American Trucking Associations (ATA). It provides voluntary guidance for enhanced security practices within your industry. The Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference (AFTC) Security Resources Directory and Threat Assessment Tool - A useful companion document to USDA's Guide for Security Practices in Transporting Agricultureal and Food Commodities. FSIS Security Guidelines for Food Processors - USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service guidelines prepared to assist Federal and State inspected plants that produce meat, poultry and egg products in identifying ways to strengthen their biosecurity protection. While the guidelines are voluntary and plants may choose to adopt measures suggested by many different sources, it is vital that all food businesses take steps to ensure the security of their operations. FSIS Safety and Security Guidelines for the Transportation and Distribution of Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products - USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service guidelines designed to assist small facilities and shippers handling these products. The voluntary guidelines provide a list of safety and security measures that may be taken to prevent contamination of meat, poultry, and egg products during loading and unloading, transportation, and in-transit storage. Federal Food and Agriculture Decontamination and Disposal Roles and Responsibilities - EPA's document provides government agencies at all levels and industry and others involved in protecting the nation’s food and agriculture with information on the roles, responsibilities, and capabilities of Federal agencies for addressing decontamination and disposal of animal, crop, and food commodities contaminated with chemical or biological agents. Food Safety & Food Security: What Consumers Need to Know - USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service publication for consumers that answers many food safety and security questions. USDA Keeping America's Food Safe Brochure - This guidance is designed to assist transporters, warehouses, distributors, retailers and restaurants with enhancing their security programs to further protect the food supply from contamination due to criminal or terrorist acts. FSIS Keeping Food Safe During An Emergency - Knowing how to determine if food is safe and how to keep food safe will help minimize the potential loss of food and reduce the risk of foodborne illness. This fact sheet will help you make the right decisions for keeping your family safe during an emergency. Meat Plants Must Be Able To Operate If Inspectors Don't Show Up Due To Terrorism Technical Guidance Documents from FSIS