What exactly is peracetic acid (PAA)? PAA is a disinfectant used in the food industry as a safe and effective antimicrobial. In food processing, PAA is applied to food products in various methods by distributing a diluted solution of PAA onto the surface of the food.
USPOULTRY offers a narrated PAA general awareness training video that was developed to inform the poultry industry workforce on the general uses of this widely used chemical, as well as the general precautions associated with the chemical to aid in producing safe and wholesome poultry products. The video provides employees with information on the safe use of PAA. This includes labeling containers used to store the chemical, ranging from totes to tanks and even small plastic containers. Information on how to read the safety data sheet for the chemical and chemical signage is also provided, as well as methods to ensure there is a good understanding of the ways PAA is used and why safety continues to be necessary at each stage of its use in the plant. A supervisor can explain in more detail how the chemical is delivered to the plant and how it is stored, diluted, and sent for use in processing areas.