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21 CFR 507.17(a): Plant and grounds

PART 507-CURRENT GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICE, HAZARD ANALYSIS, AND RISK-BASED PREVENTIVE CONTROLS FOR FOOD FOR ANIMALS · Subpart B-Current Good Manufacturing Practice

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Citation 21 CFR 507.17(a)
Section Plant and grounds
Part PART 507-CURRENT GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICE, HAZARD ANALYSIS, AND RISK-BASED PREVENTIVE CONTROLS FOR FOOD FOR ANIMALS
Subpart Subpart B-Current Good Manufacturing Practice
Subchapter 21 CFR E Drugs Animal
Product types cited Drugs, Food/Cosmetics, General, Veterinary
Regulation text (excerpt) (a) The grounds around an animal food plant under the control of the management of the establishment must be kept in a condition that will protect against the contamination of animal food. Maintenance of grounds must include: (1) Properly storing equipment, removing litter and waste, and cutting weeds or grass within the immediate vicinity of the plant that may constitute an attractant, breeding place, or harborage for pests; (2) Maintaining driveways, yards, and parking areas so that they do…

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