FDA EIR - FPL Food, LLC - September 18, 2018

An FDA inspection of FPL Food, LLC in Augusta, GA, was conducted on September 18, 2018. This inspection was part of the Office of Human and Animal Foods' FY18 Work Plan, focusing on animal food Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) and compliance with the BSE/Ruminant Feed Ban. The firm operates as a cattle slaughter, hide curing, and rendering facility, producing animal feed ingredients such as meat and bone meal, inedible tallow, and blood meal.

While no formal Inspectional Observations (FDA Form 483) were issued, the inspectors identified several significant issues during discussions with management. These included the firm's FDA FSMA registration being un-updated since 2012 and subsequently cancelled, a repeat observation. Furthermore, FPL Food, LLC did not have a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI), which is a key requirement under the regulatory framework of 21 CFR Part 507, encompassing general requirements, CGMPs, and record-keeping for animal food. Additionally, the firm's hazard analysis and HACCP Plan were found to be incomplete.

Management acknowledged these deficiencies and committed to implementing immediate corrective actions. These actions include updating their FDA registration, facilitating PCQI training for staff, and completing the outstanding hazard analysis and HACCP Plan to ensure full compliance with federal regulations.