Partner Article: ImEpik – The Top 4 Things You Need to Know About the Preventive Controls Plan
The Top 4 Things You Need to Know About the Preventive Controls Plan In Canada, compliance with food safety regulations means having an effective Preventive Controls Plan not just on file but also fully implemented. To make this happen, you must train your workforce to ensure they are audit-ready. The Preventive Controls Plan, also known…
Living With COVID-19 Series – Part 3: Remote Quality Audits- Is this compromising food safety?
Living with COVID-19: Managing Quality and Food Safety Programs in the New Normal OCTOBER 2, 2020 – PART THREE: Remote Quality Audits – Is this compromising food safety? *Part 3 of a 3 part series. In part one of our series, we looked at the new challenges across multiple industries during the first wave…
Living With COVID-19 Series – Part 2: Moving to a Digitized System & Developing Operational Procedures Built on Resilience
Living with COVID-19: Managing Quality and Food Safety Programs in the New Normal JULY 15, 2020 – PART TWO: Moving to a Digitized System & Developing Operational Procedures Built on Resilience *This is part 2 of a 3 part series that we will be publishing over the next few weeks. In Part One…
Living with COVID-19 Series – Part 1: Managing Quality and Food Safety Programs in the New Normal
Living with COVID-19: Managing Quality and Food Safety Programs in the New Normal JULY 2, 2020 – PART ONE: Food Delivery – Is our food supply chain ready for this new challenge? *This is part 1 of a 3 part series that we will be publishing over the next few weeks. During the…
New Training Program: Health & Food Safety Best Practices for Transportation & Delivery – COVID-19 Edition
Iron Apple Release New Training Program: Health & Food Safety Best Practices for Transportation & Delivery – COVID-19 Edition: Slowing the Spread April 22, 2020: The Iron Apple team is proud to announce a new training program to support drivers transporting and delivering food products during these critical and uncertain times. Whether you are a…
Iron Apple Company Update
Iron Apple Company Update and COVID-19 Response As we are all experiencing the effects of the COVID-19 virus, affecting our lives, families, communities, and even our beliefs, there is hope. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been amazed at how many businesses and community leaders are stepping up, providing support and positive change during this…
Cannabis 2.0 – Going beyond GPP
CANNABIS 2.0 – GOING BEYOND GPP Dec 11, 2019 One year after recreational cannabis’s historic date of October 17th, 2018, in comes Cannabis 2.0, which will see edibles containing cannabis and cannabis concentrates enter the legal recreational market. As of October 17th, 2019, there are seven classes of legal cannabis products in the marketplace, making Canada…
Looking to the Future with Iron Apple
With forward-thinking leadership and guidance from the cannabis industry, one of our main objectives is to continue refining our software and services using innovative technology to allow cannabis producers to continue what they do best, growing amazing cannabis products. We will accomplish this by: closing gaps in documentation and compliance records by using digital record-keeping,…
Quality Management System for Cannabis Production
Through partnerships within the cannabis industry, we’ve developed a streamlined solution for all types of cannabis companies to stay ahead of challenging government and industry requirements for the production of cannabis products. Powered by Iron Apple QMS, a web-based digital food safety compliance solution that is widely used throughout North America for transportation and cold…
Reduce Risk, Grow Quality, Be Audit Ready
Being audit ready and maintaining a facility’s compliance is one of the top concerns for cannabis producers. Reduce the risk of losing or suspending a license to produce and sell cannabis due to compliance issues by implementing a system that focuses on core areas of your business beyond document control. At Iron Apple, we take…
March 2019: Food Safety Tech Updates, Final Mile Training Launched, & More
New features released for the Iron Apple Quality Assurance program for carriers and warehouse companies, including workflow improvements, activity and document management, and many others. iron Apple to release new Final Mile Training module aimed at last mile delivery drivers to improve awareness on food safety, temperature monitoring, sanitation & cleanliness, and hygiene for drivers delivering food during the last mile.
February 2019 Edition – Iron Apple Company & Industry News, Software Updates, New Certifications, & more!
We are continuing to add new features and functionality to our food safety and quality assurance program. Some of the newest features are:
Added a new manager reporting area which has shortcuts to useful sections of the program.
Updated the activities and notifications section, now has an email option to notifications and the ability to group many notifications together.
Added a notifications area where you can see all your notifications and dismiss then if needed.
In the Assets Manager, Sensors, & Readings area, we’ve added the ability to assign sensors to the trailers. Added a new sensors area to list all sensors that you wish to track and report on. Added a new sensor readings section to track various types of sensor readings. This is now tracking temperature, but also has the ability to store other data that becomes available.
If you haven’t had the chance to check out the new Iron Apple Android & iOS app, nows your chance!
Iron Apple Named to Food Logistics’ 2018 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers
Iron Apple Named to Food Logistics’ 2018 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global food supply chain, has named Iron Apple International to its 2018 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers list. The annual FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers serves as a…
ImEpik & Iron Apple Partner to Deliver PCQI Training and HACCP Warehousing Food Safety Programs to Distribution and Cold Storage
ImEpik and Iron Apple Partner to Deliver PCQI Training and HACCP Warehousing Food Safety Programs to Distribution and Cold Storage Florida – Nova Scotia – December 18th, 2018 – ImEpik is an online training company that facilitates food safety training (PCQI/QI) for food manufacturers and warehousing around the world, and Iron Apple, a leader in…
PLM to Deliver Iron Apple FSMA Training and Compliance to the Food Distribution Industry
PLM Trailer Leasing to Deliver Iron Apple FSMA Training and Compliance to the Food Distribution Industry New Jersey – Nova Scotia – December 15th, 2018 – PLM, the only nationwide fleet management company dedicated exclusively to leasing, renting and maintaining refrigerated trailers, and Iron Apple, a leader in online food safety compliance training, have…
ISTOBAL’s HW’INTRAWASH Automated FSMA Compliant Trailer Wash & Sanitization
ISTOBAL’s HW’INTRAWASH Automated FSMA Compliant Trailer Wash & Sanitization ISTOBAL is offering a $2,500 (USD) voucher for Iron Apple’s FSMA & HACCP Compliance Software and FSMA Training Programs ISTOBAL’s HW’INTRAWASH has only been available since September but it is already gaining a lot of interest in the food transport industry. The ISTOBAL HW’INTRAWASH can clean…
Iron Apple Attending McLeod UC2018 In Birmingham, AL Sep 30 – Oct 2, 2018
Iron Apple Attending McLeod User Conference In Birmingham, Alabama Sep 30 – Oct 2, 2018 The Iron Apple team will be attending the 2018 McLeod User Conference in Birmingham, Alabama. Come for a visit at booth #715, we are excited to showcase our new Quality Assurance FSMA Application for Carriers, Brokers, Cold Storage. We are also launching our…
Iron Apple International Releases New Quality Assurance Platform for Carriers, Distribution, & Storage Companies
Iron Apple International Releases New Quality Assurance Program for Carriers, Distribution, & Storage Companies Providing Carriers & Brokers with the Tools Needed to Meet FSMA Sanitary Transportation Requirements Halifax, NS — September 20, 2018 — Iron Apple is pleased to announce the release of their Quality Assurance Program – a digital application designed for all…
Iron Apple Attending IANA Expo in Long Beach, California September 16 – 18, 2018
Iron Apple will be attending the IANA Intermodal Expo this year with Globe Tracker to present our FSMA – Fully Compliant Temperature Monitoring Solution
Globe Tracker and Iron Apple Team up on Powerful FSMA Compliance Solution for Carriers
Globe Tracker and Iron Apple Team up on Powerful Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Compliance Solution for Carriers Florida – Nova Scotia – September 11, 2018 Globe Tracker, a leader in IoT tracking and monitoring solutions for logistics assets, and Iron Apple, a leader in Food Safety Modernization Act compliance (FSMA), have teamed up to create…
Congratulations to Donnelly Farms Ltd on Receiving their Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance
Donnelly Farms Ltd. Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP, and Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Donnelly Farms Ltd, headquartered in Lansdowne, NB has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA…
Iron Apple Company Update – New Mobile Friendly Quality Assurance Tool for Carriers
JUNE 2018: WHAT’S NEW WITH IRON APPLE? Iron Apple Releases New Mobile, Tablet, & Desktop Friendly Quality Assurance Program for Food Transporters We’ve spent the past eight months with our development team redesigning our compliance software. The Iron Apple Quality Assurance program has been completely restructured from the ground up with a new…
Congratulations to Mehtoj Group LTD on Their FSMA, HACCP, & Preventive Controls Certification
Mehtoj Group LTD Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP, and Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Mehtoj Group LTD, headquartered out of Winnipeg, MB, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA…
Congratulations to Portage Transport Inc on Their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Portage Transport Inc. Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP and Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Portage Transport Inc., Portage la Prairie, MB has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for…
Congratulations to Penner International on their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Penner International Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Penner International, based out of Steinbach, MB, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA…
Final FDA Enforcement Date for Sanitary Transport of Food & FSMA for Small Carriers – April 6, 2018
The US FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Sanitary Transportation in Human and Animal Foods full compliance date for all impacted shippers, carriers and receivers is April 6, 2018.All training, food safety transportation plans, system improvements and complete documentation must be in place by that date. More than 65,000 US companies are impacted by requirements of this FSMA rule. April 6 2018 is the final date for full legal compliance for all carriers by road or rail.
FSMA Sanitary Transport Frequently Asked Questions and Answers from Carriers & Industry
Collection of the most common FSMA and Sanitary Transportation questions we are hearing from the industry. Our food safety expert, Lindsay Glass, will be providing detailed responses and will also be available to field your questions. Check back frequently as we will update this on a regular basis.
Iron Apple Attending 2018 TCA Convention in Florida March 25 – 28, Visit Booth #317
Iron Apple will be exhibiting at the 80th Annual TCA Convention “The Future of Truckload” being held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida March 25 – 28, 2018.
Iron Apple & AFTC to Host a Free Webinar on FSMA’s Sanitary Transportation Rule March 20, 2018
American Trucking Associations’ Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference will provide an in depth analysis of FSMA’s Sanitary Transportation Rule and identify the risks involved with this regulation. During this webinar, we will break down the compliance challenges, legal liabilities and options available for meeting this rule. Join us on March 20th at 2pm to learn: About FSMA’s…
Congratulations to Right Service Right Choice (RSRC) on their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Right Service Right Choice (RSRC) Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Right Service Right Choice, based out of Mississauga, ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all…
Congratulations to Zavcor Trucking Ltd. on their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Zavcor Trucking Ltd. Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Zavcor Trucking Ltd., based out of Stevensville ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements…
Iron Apple Featured Panelist at Food Shippers of America 2018 Conference in Phoenix AZ
Food Shippers of America 63rd Annual Conference March 11 – 13, 2018 at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix AZ Iron Apple Featured Panelist at Food Shippers of America 2018 Conference in Phoenix AZ Iron Apple’s Lindsay Glass, will be teaming up with Don Durm of PLM Trailer Leasing, Bridgette Blitch of JW Taylor &…
Congratulations to Gilbert M. Rioux & Fils Ltée on their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Compliance for Carriers
Gilbert M. Rioux & Fils Ltée Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that GM Rioux, with head office situated in Saint-André, NB, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes…
Congratulations to Challenger – Elgin Motor Freight on their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Challenger – Elgin Motor Freight Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Challenger – Elgin Motor Freight has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for…
National Risk Management – FSMA Readiness Program
There is no doubt that the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), once implemented, will help in overall risk exposure. Real time asset tracking and temperature monitoring can only help those carriers who will be required to be FSMA compliant.
January 2018 Newsletter: Major Impact of FSMA & Sanitary Transport Rule on Food Shippers & Carriers
Among other things, Shippers must specify to carriers in writing all necessary sanitary specifications for the carrier’s vehicle and transportation equipment. Shippers must also develop and implement written procedures to ensure that vehicles and equipment used in its transportation operations are in “appropriate sanitary condition for the transportation of food.”
Before loading food that requires temperature controls for safety, Loaders must verify that each mechanically refrigerated cold storage compartment or container has been pre-cooled (if necessary) and prepared for the transport of food. Prior to loading, the loader must also ensure that the vehicle and equipment is in appropriate sanitary condition for the transport of food.
HOW BUSINESSES HAVE BEEN IMPACTED SINCE THE SANITARY TRANSPORTATION RULE CAME INTO EFFECT
Since the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food Act went into effect last year (the “Act”), shippers, loaders, receivers, and carriers have worked steadily to keep perishable foods safe in transit. The Act, as we know, outlines specific responsibilities to each party subject to the Act
Congratulations to Bulk Carriers (P.E.I.) Limited on their FSMA & Preventive Controls Certification
Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Bulk Carriers (P.E.I.) Limited., based out of Cornwall, PE has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA and HACCP when transporting food throughout North America.
Congratulations to Mortrans Truckload on their FSMA & Preventive Controls Certification
Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Mortrans Truckload, based out of Belleville ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA and HACCP when transporting food throughout North America.
Congratulations to K-DAC Enterprises on Their FSMA & Preventive Controls Certification
Iron Apple is pleased to announce that K-DAC Enterprises, based out of Baden ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA and HACCP when transporting food throughout North America.
Iron Apple Named to Food Logistics’ 2017 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers List
Food Logistics, the only publication exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the global food supply chain, has named Iron Apple International to its 2017 FL100+ Top Software and Technology Providers list.
November Edition: Growing Number of Iron Apple Customers Becoming FSMA & HACCP Certified
IRON APPLE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER: NOVEMBER EDITION
November has been another amazing month to be part of the transportation and logistics industry. We’ve seen many changes throughout the industry over the past few months from ELDs to Food Safety, with November not being an exception to that.
Congratulations to Liberty Linehaul Inc. on Their FSMA & Preventive Controls Certification
Liberty Linehaul Inc. Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Liberty Linehaul Inc., with offices in both the United States and Canada, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes…
Congratulations to K.A.M. Trucking Inc. on Their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
K.A.M. Trucking Inc. Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that K.A.M. Trucking Inc., based out of Wainfleet ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA…
Congratulations to Maye Transport on Their FSMA, HACCP & Preventive Controls Certification
Maye Transport Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Maye Transport, based out of Gwillimbury ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for FSMA and HACCP…
Iron Apple Coverage Across North America
Iron Apple International is a leading supplier of professional food safety FSMA solutions to companies involved in the transportation of food products throughout North America. We are the first firm to develop a national Preventive Controls / HACCP / FSMA / Sanitary Transport program for the transportation industry. Our FSMA Training Program provides training for all roles of your business and is best suited for motor carriers, brokers, shippers and distribution related companies. Our FSMA compliance program provides all forms, documents, operating procedures and digital tracking tools required to meet FSMA compliance for transporting food.
October Edition: Everything Shippers, Brokers & Carriers Need to be FSMA Compliant: Self-Assessment Tool, Training & Solution
Iron Apple Newsletter: Feature Article: ATA’s Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food (STF) Self-Assessment Tool, developed in partnership with American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) and the Seneca Corporation, helps Brokers, Shippers, Carriers, Loaders and Receivers determine their readiness for implementation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) STF final rule. Visit the website for more information: https://fsmatool.org/collections/ata
Iron Apple is proud to support the ATA in promoting the FSMA STF Self-Assessment Tool to the industry. This tool really helps motor carriers, brokers, shippers and distribution to identify areas in their business that may need to be improved upon to meet FSMA compliance.
Congratulations to CRS (Choice Reefer Systems) on Their FSMA & Preventive Controls Certification
Choice Reefer Systems (CRS) Receives Iron Apple Food Safety Certification Meeting FSMA & HACCP Compliance Iron Apple is pleased to announce that Choice Reefer Systems, headquartered in Belleville ON, has successfully implemented the Iron Apple Food Safety Compliance Program, giving them an approved Food Safety Preventive Controls Plan (PCP) that includes all requirements for…
Iron Apple Invited to Present FSMA & the Iron Apple Compliance Solutions to AFTC Board & Executives
Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference (AFTC) The Agricultural and Food Transporters Conference (AFTC) is the national organization representing motor carrier and allied members of the American Trucking Associations on critical issues affecting agricultural commodity and food transportation. AFTC’s mission is to increase the safety, security, profitability and efficiency of transporters of agricultural commodities, food, forest…
FSMA Requirements Presentation at Florida Trucking Association Fall Round-Up Event by Iron Apple and Taylor & Associates
An excellent time was had at the Fall Round-UP in Jacksonville, thank you to the FTA for inviting Iron Apple to join you for the event. Iron Apple had the opportunity to speak at one of the educational sessions during the Round-UP on the topic of FSMA.
Angela Manuel, Customer Success Specialist, Joins the Iron Apple Team
We are very pleased to welcome Angela Manuel to the Iron Apple Team. Angela is known to be a customer service extraordinaire who recently shifted her focus from the Insurance world to the virtual world of food safety transport. First and foremost, Angela loves people but she also shares the same passion for dogs. She is a…
Iron Apple Releases Trailer Sanitization & Wash Program Module To Certify Tanks And Trailers To Meet Food Safety Requirements
Iron Apple Releases A Trailer Sanitization & Wash Program Module To Certify Tanks And Trailers To Meet Food Safety Requirements Iron Apple has released a new food safety certification program module customized for shippers, carriers, and trailer washout facilities for food grade trailers washing facilities. The module includes web forms and meets all FSMA requirements…
September Edition: Iron Apple Releases New Certified Trailer Washout Module
Iron Apple has released a new program module customized for shippers, carriers and trailer washout facilities. The core of the program consists of web forms, standard operating procedures, assigned tasks, water testing requirements and checklists. Any carrier who has their own food grade washout facilities or stand-alone washing facility can implement this program to meet requirements set out by the shipper, FSMA and HACCP.
Iron Apple Speaking on FSMA for Carriers at the 2017 FTA Fall Round-Up in Jacksonville
Iron Apple Speaking on FSMA for Carriers at the 2017 FTA Fall Round-Up in Jacksonville, October 10 – 12
We are excited to announce that Iron Apple will be taking part in the Educational Sessions at the Florida Trucking Association (FTA) Fall Round-Up event being held in Jacksonville, FL on October 10 – 12. The topic of our session is the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). We will be presenting this topic and focusing on the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food Rule (STHAF / STF) and how it affects brokers, carriers, shippers and distribution
Iron Apple Added to Fleet Complete Partner Store
Iron Apple, Excited to be part of the Fleet Complete Partner Store Click here for FSMA Training Solution | Click here for FSMA Compliance Solution The Fleet Complete Store is an international market place that showcases products and solutions that are integrated with the Fleet Complete IoT (Internet of Things) platform. Working with the…
August Edition: Get Your FSMA Compliance Started with Food Safety Training for Carriers, Brokers & Shippers
Iron Apple Newsletter – Featured Content: When becoming FSMA compliant, one of the first steps we recommend is to have your team meet the training requirements. Knowledge and training helps put FSMA requirements into perspective, giving your team a better understanding of what is required under FSMA and how it will affect your business and responsibilities when transporting food or food ingredients.
The Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food Rule (STAHF / STF) of FSMA requires that carriers provide awareness training to all employees involved in the sanitary transportation of food products. This training should consist of general awareness of potential food safety issues that may arise during the movement of food loads and basic sanitary transportation practices to address these potential issues.
Congratulations to Continental Logistics – Now FSMA Certified by Iron Apple for Food Safety Training
Continental Logistics (www.continentallogistics.com) is now certified by Iron Apple International for finishing the Training Requirements for FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act)!
July Edition: Prepare for Compliance Monitoring and Insurance with New FSMA Compliance Laws
The new FSMA Sanitary Transportation of Food (STF) Rule adds new areas of accountability and food safety responsibilities throughout the food supply chain, from shippers, brokers, to carriers, and warehouses. In addition, this new rule allows transfer of certain responsibilities between covered parties and therefore failing to keep FSMA in mind when negotiating agreements with shippers, brokers, and carriers could be a nightmare- from both a legal and insurability perspective.
Eassons Transport Ltd. Using Iron Apple’s Food Safety Program to Ensure FSMA Compliance
Eassons Transport Ltd. Using Iron Apple’s Food Safety Program to Ensure FSMA Compliance Eassons Transport Ltd., a Kentville-based company, has evolved from a two-truck operation predominantly transporting freight from within the Maritimes, to a company with up to 325 trucks on the road hauling primarily temperature controlled products. With the responsibility of transporting food and…
Congratulations to Seafood Express (PEI) Ltd. on their Iron Apple Food Safety Certification!
Iron Apple is pleased to confirm that Seafood Express (PEI) Ltd. has recently met the Iron Apple Certification Requirements for FSMA – Food Safety Transport Regulations. The new FMSA Regulations went into effective on April 6, 2017 and impact thousands of the food shippers, brokers, and carriers throughout United States and Canada. Seafood Express…
June Edition: Importance of Using Potable Water for Trailer Cleaning & Washouts for FSMA
It is essential to be pro-active and have appropriate procedures, documents and teams in place to help protect everyone- the public, the company and yourselves. The Park Doctrine is a legal standing, which basically states that the FDA in conjunction with the Department of Justice (DOJ) can legally hold Owners, CEOs, or Senior management of companies liable if they are aware of a Food Safety issue.
Iron Apple International & UFSTP to Collaborate on FSMA Compliance Training and Solutions for Carriers & Brokers
Iron Apple International & UFSTP to Collaborate on FSMA Compliance Training and Solutions for Carriers & Brokers Firms to cooperate on and promote services to help carriers navigate the compliance and competitive challenges of the FDA food safety transportation rule BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA AND HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – TransComply, manager of the Uniform Food Safety Transportation…
May Edition: Hidden Teeth Behind FSMA – Executives Risk Personal Liability for Compliance
It is essential to be pro-active and have appropriate procedures, documents and teams in place to help protect everyone- the public, the company and yourselves. The Park Doctrine is a legal standing, which basically states that the FDA in conjunction with the Department of Justice (DOJ) can legally hold Owners, CEOs, or Senior management of companies liable if they are aware of a Food Safety issue.
FSMA Express – Iron Apple Releases FSMA Compliant Solution for Small Carriers & Owner Operators
FSMA Express is a cost effective and efficient food safety solution aimed entirely at Owner Operators to meet FSMA requirements. Providing FSMA compliant forms/documents with a digital record keeping portal for quick and easy access of all documents.
National Carriers Inc, the First Food Carrier in the USA Certified for New FSMA Regulations!
Iron Apple is pleased to confirm that National Carriers has recently met the Iron Apple Certification Requirements for FSMA – Food Safety Transport Regulations. The new FMSA Regulations went into effective on April 6, 2017 and impact thousands of the food shippers, brokers, and carriers in the USA and Canada.
Iron Apple Releases a New Driver Training Module for their Web Based Food Safety Training for Carriers
This new addition (Module #4) of the Iron Apple Food Safety for Carriers training program has been designed specifically for drivers. Taking the highlights and strong points from the first three modules and in return gives companies an express version for Drivers- they can be compliant on the road in less than 30 minutes.
April Edition: Iron Apple – Certified Driver Training for FSMA Compliance
Iron Apple Newsletter – Featured Content: Enforcement of Sanitary Transport rule came into effect April 6. Now that we are in the enforcement period of the sanitary transport rule, it is even more critical that you ensure your company meets the requirements. It is our understanding that the FDA, working with other government departments, will be doing road-checks, load inspections, facility inspections, recalls, warning letters and more. The result of not meeting requirements could be warning letters, fines, mandatory recalls, prosecution and more. Aside from the potential fines and prosecution for not being compliant, you could be putting your company at risk of losing contracts. We’ve heard from several of our clients that their shippers are requiring them to be FSMA compliant and provide documented proof before they are allowed to pick up or drop off any loads.
February/March Edition: Food Safety Solutions for Carriers All You Need to Meet FSMA & Shipper Requirements
Iron Apple Newsletter – Featured Content: Requirement to Have Written Food Safety Procedures in Place. For this requirement, having proper food safety policies and procedures in place will assist in controlling the chances of introducing any food safety hazards to food, either through the work environment or operational practices. These practices and procedures are called Good Transportation Practices when handling food. Within our solution, we provide the instructions, documents and activity tracking for each of these areas;
Iron Apple Releases a Spanish Version of their Web Based Food Safety Training for Carriers
Iron Apple Releases a Spanish Version of their Web Based Food Safety Training for Carriers Record User Registration for the Iron Apple Training Platform and Certification in Advance of April 6, 2017 Deadline. With just over 45 working days remaining until enforcement begins for one of FSMA’s rules to begin (Sanitary Transportation of Human and…
January Edition: Food Safety Transportation Solutions for Carriers, Brokers & Shippers Newsletter
Iron Apple Newsletter – Featured Content: Our company didn’t become an early adopter to the new STF (Sanitary Transportation of Food) regulations, because of this we lost a contract with one of our shippers.
If we get on board with a food safety program now, will we meet the new FSMA requirements by the April 6th deadline? We don’t want to lose any more customers but we don’t know where to start.
So what does this mean for your business?
Many of our customers shared the same concerns. Developing a Food Safety Program can be complex and time consuming. Most transportation companies don’t understand where to start, who to delegate this task to and how many resources will be required. Here at Iron Apple we have taken all of the guess work and challenges out of the equation and have created a simplified solution. There are less than 65 working days left until the FDA could take enforcement action if your company is not compliant with the new rules. However, if you act now there is still enough time to get your company compliant before this deadline.
Iron Apple Food Safety Software Update Release – Implementation & User Guide
New things are happening at Iron Apple and just in time for 2017! We have officially launched our full Implementation and User Guide that is built right into the online program. This anticipated addition is perfect for Users who have yet to implement their program or for users who prefer to have a User Guide…
RECORD NEW REGISTRANTS TO TRUCKING FOOD SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM
RECORD NEW REGISTRANTS TO TRUCKING FOOD SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM Carriers Get Ready For FSMA Enforcement Deadline With Iron Apple’s Program Dartmouth, Nova Scotia: With less than 90 working days before the FSMA / STF enforcement date of April 7, 2017, Iron Apple has experienced record registration for their industry leading web-based training in the last…
Understanding FSMA Video Series 1 of 4 – FSMA Overview & Finalized Rules
Understanding FSMA – Video Series
1 of 4 Overview of FSMA, Final Rules & Preventive Controls
The objective of this first video is to explain what this new Food Safety Modernization act means to YOU. While there was a lot of information provided, in just a few short minutes, we’ve provided a summary and key take-aways after the video.
Understanding FSMA Video Series 2 of 4 – Sanitary Transportation, Key Requirements & Responsibilities
Understanding FSMA – Video Series
2 of 4 Sanitary Transportation, Key Requirements & Responsibilities
At any point during the transportation chain, if any person were to become aware of a possible temperature control failure or any condition that would render the food unsafe, the food MUST NOT be sold or distributed until determining the safety of the food. This comes when people are fully trained and aware of the roles that they play along the transportation chain.
Understanding FSMA Video Series 3 of 4 – Who Will be Affected & Who Will be Exempt
Understanding FSMA – Video Series
3 of 4 Who Will be Affected & Who Will be Exempt
Carriers, shippers, receivers, loaders and brokers will be directly affected by the new FSMA rules. Any food that is consumed, distributed or transported to the US falls under these new requirements.
Understanding FSMA Video Series 4 of 4 – FSMA Enforcement – Carriers, Shippers, Brokers
Understanding FSMA – Video Series
4 of 4 FSMA Enforcement and What This Means for Carriers, Shippers, Brokers
The FDA has been mandated to double their inspections, year over year, for at least 4 years. For the first time, carriers will be subject to these inspections and will have FDA agents calling them to book appointments for inspections, and they’ll also be subject to border-crossing inspections and road stops.
Understanding FSMA – THE SOLUTION: Iron Apple’s Food Safety Solution Meets FSMA Sanitary Transport Requirements
By now, you’re probably wondering what you’re supposed to do with all this information.
What should you do to protect your business?
How can you ensure your working relationships continue without interruption?
It’s time to get your company certified, and you can trust Iron Apple to get you there.
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Iron Apple Presents & Hosts Dinner at TCA Benchmarking TC05 Event in Halifax
Iron Apple Presents & Hosts Dinner at TCA Benchmarking TC05 Event in Halifax, September 28, 2016 Thank you to Jack Porter from the GPorter Group and Sean Townsend from the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) for the opportunity to present to the TC05 Benchmarking attendees on September 28, Halifax NS. After the presentation, we had several indepth…
Iron Apple Attends the McLeod User Conference 2016 in San Antonio, Texas
Iron Apple Attends the McLeod User Conference 2016 in San Antonio, Texas – September 18 – 20, 2016 We were ecstatic to have the opportunity to take part in the McLeod Software 2016 User Conference. One of many transportation related companies traveling from all over North America to San Antonio, Texas for this BIG event! This event…
Iron Apple Team Supporting Feed Nova Scotia Food Bank
Iron Apple Team Supporting Feed Nova Scotia Food Bank with over 65 lbs of non-perishable donations. Thanks to everyone that brought food in for the Feed Nova Scotia food bank donations. The Iron Apple team dropped off over 65 lbs of non perishable food today to support the Halifax Food Bank. Their supplies are at…
Iron Apple Featured in Halifax Chronicle Herald – NowNS Section
Food Safety Change a Big Business Opportunity (Article from Chronicle Herald Halifax (Source: – LAURA WHITMAN Published June 13, 2016) . Five years ago, U.S. President Barack Obama signed into law the most sweeping reform of food safety in more than 70 years. It’s called the Food Safety Modernization Act — and unless you work in the…
FDA Recognizes Canada as Having a Comparable Food Safety System to the U.S.
FDA Recognizes Canada as Having a Comparable Food Safety System to the U.S. Release by FDA on May 4, 2016 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) signed an arrangement with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the Department of Health Canada (Health Canada) recognizing each other’s food safety systems as comparable to each other. The…
We had a great visit from one of our clients, Oceanex!
We had a great visit from one of our clients last week, Oceanex. We are continuously working together to customize a food safety program for their business to ensure they are following (and exceeding) new food safety practices. Following up from a few meetings at their location, Sharon Cole from Oceanex stopped by our Dartmouth…
Lindsay Glass, Former CFIA Food Processing Inspector and Listeria Specialist, Joins the Iron Apple Team!
Lindsay Glass, a Former CFIA Food Processing Inspector and Listeria Specialist, Joins the Iron Apple Team! We are very pleased to welcome Lindsay Glass to the Iron Apple Team. Lindsay will be lending her skills and hands-on experience from the food safety industry, from a regulatory perspective, by being part of our in-house food safety experts team. Lindsay will…
Iron Apple Moves Into New Office Located in Dartmouth, NS
Iron Apple Moves Into New Office Located in Dartmouth, NS, Conveniently Located in the Burnside Industrial Park Iron Apple Head Office – Dartmouth NS The move of our new office on 30 Oland Court in Dartmouth NS, is now complete. We’ve recently acquired new office space for our growing team, located in Burnside Industrial Park…
Iron Apple Featured in the April 2016 issue of Over The Road Magazine!
Source; Article Credits to Over the Road – Full Magazine Here (April 2016 Edition) Remember a year or so before CSA 2010? There was a lot of discussion, uncertainty and disbelief that this new program from the FMCSA would really affect Drivers, Owner Operators and fleets in Canada & the United States. Today, the…
Movement on the Safe Food for Canadians Act & Regulations
Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) CFIA – Updated April 1, 2016 Title or Working Title of the Regulatory Initiative Safe Food for Canadians Regulations Description of the Objective The proposed SFCR would replace the current regulations made under the Canada Agricultural Products Act, the Fish Inspection Act, the Meat Inspection Act, and the food-related…
Liam Thorpe, Experienced Sales Account Manager Joins the Iron Apple Sales Team!
Liam Thorpe, Experienced Sales Account Manager Joins the Iron Apple Sales Team! We are very pleased to welcome Liam Thorpe to the Iron Apple Sales Team. Liam is an experienced sales professional, with more than seven years as sales manager for one the largest volume automotive dealers in Atlantic Canada. Along with a technical background,…
February Release of Features and Updates for Your Trucking Food Safety Program, Now Live!
The team here at Iron Apple are working hard to continuously improve your digital food safety solution, enhancing functionality to improve usability and adding new features to save you time! Here is a list of the newest updates released in February 2016. Local Scripts This update will allow the use of code libraries, used within…
SAI GLOBAL AND IRON APPLE PARTNER TO IMPROVE FOOD SAFETY
Offering the first and only Preventive Control Plan to meet new food safety transportation regulations Iron Apple International has partnered with SAI Global to offer the first and only Preventive Control Plan to meet new food safety transportation regulations. This new software and certification service simplifies compliance with new Canadian and US federal regulations which…
OTA & Iron Apple Webinar – Don’t Be Fooled on April 1st! Be Ready for the New Food Safety Laws
Don’t Be Fooled on April 1st Be Ready for the New Food Safety Laws Wednesday, January 27, 2016 1:00pm – 2:00pm EST This is a free Webinar for OTA Members! The Ontario Trucking Association, in partnership with Iron Apple is pleased to offer a one-hour webinar on the new food safety laws coming into effect April…
TFSP – Major Update: Activities Section Now Active!
Activities Section Now Active! The Activities are a new section within our software solution that allows users to tracks assignment status. This section simplifies the process of uploading documentation by integrating into our Completed Documents functionality. This is a major update and is intended to be used by users as their to-do list and managers…
Compliance Dates Simplified – Based on Commodity & The Trucking Industry
COMPLIANCE DATES – SIMPLIFIED BASED ON COMMODITY & THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY United States Canada Commodity: Effective Date: Compliance Date: Effective Date: Compliance Date: Liquid Bulk Non Dairy March 31, 2016 March 31, 2017 June 2016 June 2017 Liquid Bulk Dairy March 31, 2016 March 31, 2017 June 2016 June 2017 Dry Bulk March 31,…
TFSP – Updates: User Access Levels Upgraded, Completed Documents, Dashboard Improvements and More!
User Access Levels A new level of access has been added, you can now create new ‘Admin’ level accounts for your company. Similar to the existing Company Administrator accounts, the only restriction is that they are unable to manage other admin accounts. However, the admin accounts are considered employees and can be assigned to roles within…
Iron Apple Supporting Local Food Banks with Food Donations for the Holidays!
This year for our Iron Apple Corporate Christmas giving we will be making a donation to the local food banks in each of our respective cities: Halifax, NS Pictou, NS Moncton, NB Dieppe, NB Lindsay, ON Ottawa, ON Montreal, QC This would reflect and support the communities where our staff live and also contribute to…
CTA Announces Partnership for Iron Apple TFSP as a Solution for New Food Safety Regulations
New Food Safety Regulations Take Effect April 2016 The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are introducing new regulations, effective April 1, 2016, for the processing, storage, shipping, and transport of food products within North America. Although these regulations do not impact trucking directly, carriers’ customers will likely…
TFSP – Updates: Navigation Improvements, Change Log Updates, Performance Enhancements, Bug Fixes and More!
Navigation The main navigation area has had a few improvements to the icons and menu items. The addition of an Activity option being the most obvious. The final component of the Activities section will be roll-out before January of 2016. The Change Log option has been moved to the programs page to be more easily accessed.…
Paul Kittner, Experienced Food Safety Advisor, Joins the Iron Apple Business Development Team!
Paul Kittner, Experienced Food Safety Advisor, joins the Iron Apple Business Development Team We are very pleased to welcome Paul Kittner to the Iron Apple Food Safety Team. Paul is based in Ottawa, and will be a Senior Advisor on the Iron Apple Business Development Team. Mr. Kittner brings extensive experience in the development of food…
2015 OTA Executive Convention Success!
Our first time attending this event, we had a wonderful time, meeting new businesses, connecting with current clients and enjoying great company all around. Many thanks to the OTA team for hosting and inviting us to share the success of this tremendous event with them!
Iron Apple will be attending the 2015 OTA Executive Convention at the Ritz Carlton in Toronto
The 89th Annual OTA Executive Conference Think last year’s executive conference was a huge hit? Wait until you see what we have on tap this year! Our outstanding agenda and lineup of speakers will surely invigorate, motivate and educate. We build on the successful theme of first-class networking, education and the always entertaining awards dinner…
Iron Apple Joins CTA’s Team Canada Elite Membership
Inspired by the successful Canadian trade missions of the 90’s, CTA’s Team Canada Elite is based on the same principles of co-operation and teamwork in support of a clearly defined goal. In this case, our common goal is building a stronger trucking industry in Canada. Consisting exclusively of key suppliers to the Canadian trucking industry,…
Ex-Peanut Executive Sentenced to 28 Years in Prison for Salmonella Coverup
A former Georgia peanut executive was sentenced to 28 years in prison Monday for presiding over a coverup that led to a deadly salmonella outbreak, marking what legal experts believe to be the most severe punishment to date in a U.S. food-safety case. A U.S. district judge in Albany, Ga., sentenced Stewart Parnell, the former…
FSMA Update – Preventive Controls Rules
The FDA has submitted the final preventive controls rules for human and animal food to the Federal Register for publication, as required by the court. Documents submitted to the Federal Register can publish several days after they are submitted, with larger documents taking longer to process and display. The FDA is committed to sharing…
Refrigerated fleets need to prepare in advance for the FDA’s comprehensive food transport requirements
NEW RULES covering food transportation and distribution will begin to take effect starting in June. However, there is growing concern that many food transporters are completely unprepared to deal with these new rules. The lack of preparedness was a key point addressed during a panel discussion that took place March 26 during the 2015 Mid-America…
SanStone Investments Acquires Software Company, Kasar International
SanStone Investments based in Halifax, Nova Scotia has acquired Kasar International, a rapidly growing food safety software company based in Pictou, Nova Scotia. Brad MacCallum founded Kasar in 1998 by developing leading edge food safety software programs for; food processors, logistics, trucking, and HACCP-based programs for distribution centers. Kasar recently introduced the exclusive Trucking Food…
Minister of Health Statement from the Honourable Rona Ambrose Minister of Health
Minister of Health Statement Statement from the Honourable Rona Ambrose Minister of Health – World Health Day 2015 – Food Safety Theme The Government of Canada would like to recognize the World Health Organization’s World Health Day and this year’s important theme – Food Safety ‘from farm to plate, keep food safe’. Food safety is important to…
Iron Apple Joins ATA (American Trucking Associations) Allied Membership
Since 1933, American Trucking Associations has been the leading advocate for the trucking industry. Through a strong federation of state associations, affiliated conferences and individual members, ATA is committed to developing and advocating innovative, research-based policies that promote highway safety, security, environmental sustainability and profitability. ATA’s professional staff works to educate policymakers and the…
U.S. FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act – How does it affect your business? [YouTube Video]
Streamed live on Feb 20, 2015 The U.S. Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) represents a major reform of the food safety regulations in the United States of America (USA). What are the new regulatory requirements under FSMA? How is your organization affected by these regulations? This webinar uncovers requirements under the new regulations and shares…