open plant cleaning (opc)

Open Plant Cleaning (OPC) is a cleaning and sanitation method widely used in the food and beverage industry, particularly in facilities that process plants and equipment. The goal of OPC is to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the production environment to ensure product quality, prevent contamination, and comply with regulatory requirements.

OPC focuses on minimizing the risk of cross-contamination by implementing a systematic cleaning process. This involves the thorough cleaning of equipment, surfaces, and drains that are part of the production process. It ensures the removal of residual products, chemicals, microorganisms, and other contaminants that could compromise the safety and integrity of the final produc