Q. No. 1: What is the purpose of standardized tanker washing and audit programs?
A: On this Web site, you should review "Standardized Tanker Wash/Sanitation Program" found in the "Documents Archive." This document reviews purposes and general guidelines for approving tanker wash facilities, what is expected from an approved tanker wash station, and how the juice industry plans to work within these programs.
Q. No. 2: Who are the "Approved Auditors" and how do I contact them?
A: The Approved Auditors are industry companies that have been performing tanker wash audits for a long time. They were also key members of Committees that developed the Standard Audit Form. A list of these Approved Auditors and their contact information may be found on this Web site by clicking on the "Approved Auditors" tab.
Q. No. 3: How do I know what to expect during a 'standard audit'?
A: Approved Auditors utilize a Standard Audit Form. A copy of the Audit form is available on this Web site in the "Documents Archive."
Q. No. 4: Where may I find the latest version of the Tanker Wash Guidelines?
A: A link to the "JPA Model Tanker Wash Guidelines For The Fruit Juice Industry" is found on this Web site under "Links". Click on "Tanker Wash Guidelines." A copy of the Guidelines may also be obtained via the JPA Web site: www.juiceproducts.org, under the heading, "Tanker Wash Resources." JPA is responsible for maintaining the guidelines in their latest version.
Q. No. 5: Is it possible for a third party to also be an "Approved Auditor"?
A: Yes. The Approved Auditors have a program for qualifying other auditors. Generally, this involves at least two co-audits with an Approved Auditor, as well as a requirement to use the Standard Audit Form and to require facilities being audited to follow the JPA Tanker Wash Guidelines. Contact one of the Approved Auditors to discuss becoming qualified.
Q. No. 6: How do I find an approved tanker wash facility in my part of the country?
A: A list of approved facilities is found on this Web site under "Wash Facilities." You can sort this listing by name or state. Contact details, a link that takes you to a map of the location, and some of the wash services information is included for each tanker wash facility.
Q. No. 7: How do I know which Tanker Wash Type has to be done?
A: The tanker wash guidelines published by the Juice Products Association (JPA) define the types of tanker washing required, based upon the most recent load of product carried by a tanker. The Tanker Wash Guidelines are available on this Web site under "Links" and may be obtained via the JPA Web site, www.juiceproducts.org, under the heading, "Tanker Wash Resources." Wash Types Described in the JPA Tanker Wash Guidelines
Type 1: A customer specified potable water rinse between loads of same product.
Type 2: Water Based Products: Tankers previously hauling water based food products
Type 3: Water/Oil & Oil Based Products: Tankers previously hauling water/oil or oil based food products
Type 4: Where previous load carried foods with potential allergenic risks The JPA Guidelines describe/define the protocols required by each of these wash procedures; the guidelines also provides a (partial) list of allowable food-grade products, and their required wash type.
Q. No. 8: Who should I contact with questions?
A: Questions regarding this Web site or the information contained therein should be addressed to Pat Faison of the Juice Products Association (JPA). Ms. Faison may be reached by email (pfaison@kellencompany.com) or by phone (404/252-3663).
Q. No. 9: What is the procedure for having my company added to the approved wash facilities list?
A: The wash station or transport company must be audited by a JPA approved auditor or an approved third-party audit firm and successfully pass the JPA Tanker Wash Facility Audit. For additional information and to schedule an audit, please contact Patricia Faison by phone at (404) 252-3663 or by email at - pfaison@kellencompany.com.
Q. No. 10: I want to use a wash station not currently on the approved wash facilities list, how can I get the company added to the list?
A: The wash station or transport company must be audited by a JPA approved auditor or an approved third-party audit firm and successfully pass the JPA Tanker Wash Facility Audit. For additional information and to schedule an audit, please contact Patricia Faison by phone at (404) 252-3663 or by email at - pfaison@kellencompany.com.
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