ABSTRACT
This chapter includes distribution list of documents, document change control form, procedure template, list of external documents, master list of documents, and master list of changes. Procedure document, work instructions, laboratory manual documents and flowcharts are created with a header. A document is drafted by the QA Manager (for quality-related issues), Environment Manager (for environment-related issues) or Food Safety Manager (for food safety-related issues) and circulated to affected departments or managers for comments. When documents are reviewed, the suitability, relevance, and adequacy to the activity in the organisation, areas for improvement, effectiveness in achieving the desired outcomes, and compliance with regulatory requirements are considered. The request for changing the contents of a document can be initiated by any employee.
