Hygiene swabbing is a crucial part of food safety management, ensuring that production environments are free from harmful microorganisms and contaminants. Fitz Scientific provides analysis of hygiene swabs, including hand, equipment and surface swabs, to detect the presence of bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli.

Their testing methods adhere to current regulatory standards, providing accurate and reliable results. The collected swabs are analysed in their microbiology department, and detailed reports are provided highlighting any exceedances. This service is vital for food producers to meet regulatory requirements, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and ensure consumer safety. Fitz Scientific’s swab analysis helps identify potential contamination sources, allowing for prompt corrective actions. Regular swabbing and monitoring contribute to the overall effectiveness of sanitation programs, ensuring a safe and hygienic production environment. Our services are also suitable for meat carcass swabbing

Factory Hygiene Settle Plates

Both cost effective and simple to deploy, air settle plates can be tested for Yeast & Mould spores as well as Aerobic Colony counts. This will give an indication on the general air quality and cleanliness of the air in the production environment.

• HACCP guidelines

• ISO 18593:2018 Horizontal methods for surface sampling

• FSAI standards

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