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Arizona Food Safety Plan

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Food Safety Plan Requirements in Arizona

An FDA/FSMA-compliant food safety program based on HACCP principles covering hazard analysis, critical control points, allergen management, temperature monitoring, sanitation, and recall procedures.

Food manufacturers, processors, and certain food facilities under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Restaurants and food service establishments are regulated by state and local health departments under the FDA Food Code.

Arizona operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through ADOSH (ARS Title 23, Chapter 2). This means Arizona businesses must meet requirements that can be more stringent than federal OSHA standards.

Arizona Food Safety Plan Requirements

Federal Requirements

FDA

  • 21 CFR 117 (FSMA Preventive Controls); FDA Food Code: FSMA requires food facilities to implement preventive controls with written food safety plans. The FDA Food Code guides state/local restaurant regulation.

Arizona State Requirements

Enforced by: ADOSH

  • ADOSH (ARS Title 23, Chapter 2) standards apply — may exceed federal OSHA minimums
  • Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act
  • Arizona Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act

What's Included in Your AZ Food Safety Plan

Your generated food safety plan will include these sections, tailored to Arizona regulations:

Hazard analysis and risk assessment
Critical Control Points (CCPs) identification
Preventive controls and monitoring procedures
Allergen management program
Temperature control and monitoring logs
Sanitation and hygiene procedures
Supplier verification program
Recall procedures and traceability
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Penalties for Non-Compliance in Arizona

Federal Penalties

Civil penalties up to $25,366 per violation; criminal penalties for adulterated food

Arizona State Penalties

Arizona follows federal penalty schedules for this document type.

Willful Violations

Up to $161,323 per willful or repeated violation under federal OSHA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a food safety plan required in Arizona?
Food manufacturers, processors, and certain food facilities under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Restaurants and food service establishments are regulated by state and local health departments under the FDA Food Code. In Arizona, ADOSH enforces compliance and may impose additional requirements beyond federal standards.
What are the penalties for not having a food safety plan in Arizona?
Federal penalties range from Civil penalties up to $25,366 per violation; criminal penalties for adulterated food. Arizona follows federal penalty guidelines. Enforcement is handled by ADOSH.
How often should I update my Arizona food safety plan?
Annually, when menu/operations change, or when food safety regulations are updated. Monitor Arizona legislative sessions for new regulations that may affect your food safety plan.
Can ComplyStack generate a Arizona-specific food safety plan?
Yes. ComplyStack generates food safety plan documents that incorporate Arizona-specific regulations, ADOSH requirements, and your business details. Documents are ready to download in minutes.

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