What is the consequence of not adhering to GMP?

• A. Increased risk of food contamination and potential health hazards.
• B. Lower production costs.
• C. Faster production.
• D. Improved flavor.

Answer: (A)

Not following GMP undermines the safeguards that keep food safe throughout production. Without proper sanitation, cleaning, equipment maintenance, temperature control, and worker hygiene, unwanted organisms or contaminants can enter the product. This raises the risk of foodborne illness for consumers and can lead to serious consequences like product recalls, legal action, fines, and damage to the company’s reputation. GMP is about preventing these hazards by enforcing consistent, controlled practices.

The other options don’t fit because GMP aims to protect safety and quality, not to reduce costs, speed up production, or improve flavor. In fact, skipping GMP generally increases waste, downtime, and the chance of costly disruptions, which can worsen overall efficiency and product quality.