Here’s a TESDA- and Oud Academia–aligned module on Hygiene, Sanitation & Worker Safety (GMP Basics) for food-grade Agarwood Leaf Tea production. This is non-resin, regulatory-safe, and export-ready.
Hygiene, Sanitation & Worker Safety (GMP Basics)
Food-Grade Agarwood Leaf Tea Production
1. Core Principle
“Safe hands, clean leaves, quality tea.”
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) ensure that leaves remain food-grade, workers are safe, and the final product is compliant with FDA-PH, ASEAN, and Codex standards.
2. Worker Hygiene
Personal Hygiene
- Wash hands thoroughly before handling leaves
- Wear clean gloves, aprons, hair nets, and masks
- Avoid touching face, hair, or contaminated surfaces during handling
Health Requirements
- Workers must be free from contagious diseases
- Report skin infections or gastrointestinal illness
- Training on hygiene protocols mandatory
3. Sanitation Practices
Facilities & Equipment
- Clean and disinfect drying racks, trays, and storage bins
- Use food-grade tools (scissors, pruning shears, knives)
- Floors and surfaces: swept and sanitized daily
Leaf Handling
- Remove damaged, dirty, or contaminated leaves immediately
- Avoid leaves falling on soil or wet surfaces
Water & Cleaning
- Use potable water for washing leaves (if needed)
- Clean drying and processing areas before and after each harvest cycle
4. Worker Safety Practices
| Hazard | Safety Practice |
|---|---|
| Cuts / pricks | Use sharp, clean tools, gloves |
| Slips / falls | Maintain dry, even floors |
| Heat / sun exposure | Schedule pruning/harvesting early morning or late afternoon |
| Heavy lifting | Train proper lifting techniques |
| Chemical exposure | Minimize pesticide use; provide protective clothing if needed |
5. GMP Basics for Food-Grade Leaf Tea
- Traceability
- Batch coding and harvest logs maintained
- Cross-Contamination Control
- Keep harvested leaves separate from non-food plant parts
- Storage & Drying
- Dry leaves at controlled temperature (≤50°C recommended)
- Store in airtight, moisture-proof containers
- Packaging Hygiene
- Use food-grade, tamper-evident packaging
- Label accurately (batch, harvest date, expiration)
6. TESDA-Aligned Learning Outcomes
Learners will be able to:
- Apply personal hygiene protocols in the field and processing area
- Maintain sanitary facilities and equipment
- Handle leaves safely during harvest, drying, and packaging
- Implement basic GMP principles for food-grade herbal tea
- Reduce risk of contamination and workplace injuries
7. Compliance References (Philippines Context)
- FDA-PH Food Safety Guidelines: Sanitation, traceability, packaging
- BFAD Legacy Herbal Tea Guidelines: Clean processing areas, safe drying
- ASEAN Codex Alignment: Worker hygiene and GMP for exported herbal teas
8. Training Disclaimer
This module is intended for food-grade agarwood leaf production only.
Resin, heartwood, or medicinal-grade products are outside this scope.
✅ Ideal For:
- TESDA CBLM & field training modules
- Oud Academia food safety and GMP courses
- Plantation SOPs and compliance manuals
- Export-ready herbal tea preparation
I can next create:
- A visual GMP workflow infographic for agarwood leaf processing
- A field checklist template for hygiene, sanitation, and worker safety
- Integration of GMP with traceability, contaminant control, and harvest protocols
Do you want me to make the infographic version next?