DAFI 48-116 — index record
| Number | DAFI 48-116 |
|---|---|
| Title | FOOD PROTECTION PROGRAM |
| Published | March 10, 2023 |
| Certified current | March 10, 2023 |
| Office of primary responsibility | AF/SG |
| Issued by | Headquarters, Department of the Air Force |
| Status on the index | Current |
| Last index action | UpdateContact, July 10, 2025 |
| Source index | Air Force e-Publishing |
| Index last read | October 20, 2026 |
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From the publication itself
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Purpose, in the publication’s words
This instruction implements Air Force Policy Directive (AFPD) 48-1, Aerospace & Operational Medicine Enterprise (AOME). It provides guidance for all Department of the Air Force food service operations and medical food and sanitation inspection offices in preventing foodborne illnesses. This instruction should be used with the most recent edition of the AFMAN 48-147, Tri- Service Food Code. This publication applies to the entire Department of the Air Force (DAF), including the United States Air Force, the United States Space Force, the Air Force Reserve, and the Air National Guard. This instruction applies to employees working under government contract or private contractors performing work under government contracts, or State employees with traditional Guard positions, who are covered under their organizational standards. Contractors are solely responsible for compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards and the protection of their employees unless otherwise specified in their contract. This publication
Summary of changes, as printed
This version of DAFI 48-116, Food Protection Program, has been substantially revised and needs to be completely reviewed. Major changes include: (1) Change in title from Food Safety Program to Food Protection Program; (2) reorganization of sections; (3) updated roles and responsibilities of Public Health (PH); (4) updated guidance for Food and Water Risk Assessments. 1. Program Overview: Food protection and quality assurance standards outlined in this instruction apply to all food service operations on Department of the Air Force installations. This instruction is to be used in addition to federal, state, local, and tribal regulations.
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