FSIS Science: HACCP, Data, Laboratory Methods, Risk Assessment

Ensuring the quality of the nation's meat, poultry, and egg products is a process that is increasingly dependent upon science. Learn more about how the agency is protecting public health through science.

Residue Repeat Violator Lists (Jan 10, 2013)
These lists contain information to help establishments, livestock markets and inspection program personnel identify residue history of producers.

Testing Program for E. coli O157:H7 and non-O157 Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli
Learn about the testing program and view the most recent positive results.

Food Safety Research Priorities
FSIS does not fund research, but offers this list of the top food safety research areas of interest.

For More Information Regarding HACCP & Pathogen Reduction

Describes HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points System); provides HACCP information for small and very small plants and other guidance documents.

For More Information Regarding Laboratories & Procedures

Provides a listing of FSIS laboratories, a list of accredited laboratories, and guidebooks covering microbiology, chemistry, and pathology.

For More Information Regarding Data Collection & Reports

Provides E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria test results, microbiological baseline data, information on the National Residue Program and the National Residue Database, and links to from FoodNet and PulseNet.

For More Information Regarding Risk Assessments

Provides FSIS risk assessment reports and models for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, Clostridium perfringens, E. coli O157:H7, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, etc.

A listing of the top food safety research areas of interest. FSIS recognizes the importance of keeping abreast of the latest scientific endeavors as well as the Agency's role in promoting research in areas important to the FSIS mission.

Last Modified: January 10, 2013


			HACCP & Pathogen Reduction

			Laboratories & Procedures

			Data Collection & Reports

			Risk Assessments

			Food Safety Research Priorities


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