Loss Assessment Surveys

 

As an important part of the supply chain, your company may issue or be subject to claims due to product quality that does not meet requirements on arrival at its destination market.

 

The FSL Service

 

  • Thorough and impartial evidence of losses at short notice
  • Inspection conducted in accordance with ISO 874
  • Assessment of expected wastage and anticipated loss of shelf life (accompanied by photographs)

 

Assessment of product’s suitability for intended market is an integral part of any food business. This can be an assessment that first production runs are carried out to the agreed specification and using specified procedures, and inspection of consignment quality either prior to shipment or on arrival at it's destination market, or an evaluation of damages in a "worst case" scenario to provide support for insurance purposes.  However, it is more often a simple visual check of delivery quality and quantity to provide both supplier and buyer with an independent and impartial confirmation that the consignment arrived in the condition intended.

Product inspections are conducted to an agreed specification or purchase document, and where there are no agreed standards in place FSL can help to design the appropriate technical documentation. Where appropriate inspections are conducted in accordance with ISO 874.

 

The Benefits

  • Initial findings whilst on site
  • Summary report in 12 hours
  • Full report in 24 hours:
  • A count of arrival quantity
  • Identification of consignment
  • Table of detailed results
  • Percentage out-graded/rejected
  • Full photographic evidence

In cases where damages are found on arrival at the destination market, FSL will verify and assess the levels of damage, any potential loss in value of the shipment and overall suitability for the intended market.

 

Case Studies

Our team has the skills and experience to fit into your food purchasing and distribution system and be productive at short notice.

 

  • Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
  • Fresh Meat and Poultry
  • Frozen Vegetables
  • Frozen Meat
  • Prepared Fruit
  • Bakery Products