What should be done with incubator rejects?

The appropriate action for incubator rejects is to denature, decharacterize, and crush them immediately upon removal. This practice is essential for several reasons. First, it prevents any potential health hazards or safety issues that may arise from using defective or non-conforming products. By denaturing and decharacterizing these materials, they are rendered unusable for consumption or other purposes, ensuring that they cannot accidentally enter the food supply chain or be misused.

Immediate processing of these rejects also helps to maintain compliance with regulatory standards, which typically require that any products that do not meet specified quality or safety standards are properly handled to mitigate risks. Crushing the rejects further ensures that they cannot be recovered or used in any way that would contravene regulations.

This option aligns with strict food safety protocols and is considered best practice in the industry for managing non-conforming products effectively.