The Crops (Food Crops) Regulations

31. Surveillance and risk analysis, assessment and communication

Edition: 2025-10-28 · In force

31. Surveillance and risk analysis, assessment and communication

(1)The Authority shall implement compliance programs consisting of inspection and verification under this regulation for all food crops and food produce.

(2)The Authority in consultation with the county governments shall perform—

(a)random risk-based inspections; and

(b)scheduled annual inspections for purposes of renewal of a certificate, licence or permit, as the case may be.

(3)The Authority shall maintain a systematic process of collection, analysis and interpretation, of food safety data as relates to potential hazards, to enable establishment of science-based policies and standards, based on food safety risks.

(4)The Authority shall make decisions and take action based on scientific principles and evidence, including assessment, management and communication of food safety risks and emerging issues.

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Source: Kenya Law