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Truly Gluten-Free Protocols

Protocols · prevention by design

Truly gluten-free protocols are prevention systems, not cleanup systems. The goal is to avoid exposure pathways before they exist.

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Core Protocol Components

  • Controlled sourcing with documented GF status
  • Physical segregation of ingredients and packaging materials
  • Dedicated tools or validated no-contact sequencing
  • Written sanitation and verification checkpoints
  • Hold-and-release workflow when testing is required

Protocol failures:

  • Shared utensils/equipment without validated controls
  • Incomplete receiving checks on incoming lots
  • Production scheduling that mixes incompatible risk levels
  • Rework practices that break segregation rules

What effective protocols deliver:

  • Lower cross-contact probability
  • Better traceability during incidents
  • Stronger certification and audit outcomes
  • More credible product claims

Source Notes

Protocol guidance based on allergen-control systems, brewery SOP design, and GF certification practices.