FDA inspection

It was a surprise visit for the FDA inspection today and I am glad that here at ecoVegan we are well prepared and have our actions together.  

If you are also in the food business and/or considering starting-up, here are a couple things I would recommend:

1. Get all the certifications/permits/license required in the very beginning.  If you are not sure, a business plan is the best way to start because it will force you to look for the requirements (permits/license/certification) needed to operate a business.  Tips: Score or SBA.

2. When dealing anything with food (either manufacturer, pack, repack, warehouse,etc), be sure to register for FDA.  And trust me, they (and the State of CA Department of Public Health) will come and visit.

3. Always keep a log and record of what was done, whom you spoke to, and the conversation or the action.  And have someone detail orientated to maintain the record.

4. Follow the rules/regulation/guidance/recommendation per the industry.  Tips: FDA Guidance Documents. 

5. Insurance, insurance, insurance!  Even though it should have always been covered in the business plan, never forget insurance. 
 
There are definitely more, but for now, after the FDA visits, that's all I can think about!