What is Event Data?

FDA requires you to capture data (Key Data Elements) for Critical Tracking Events.

Event data references the data, or Key Data Elements (KDEs) associated with the Critical Tracking Events your organization participates in. The FSMA 204 Critical Tracking Events include: 

  • Harvesting 
  • Cooling 
  • Initial Packing (RAC) 
  • First Land-Based Receiver (food obtained from a fishing vessel) 
  • Shipping 
  • Receiving 
  • Transformation 

Source: FDA.gov