What is the purpose of a Noncompliance Record (NR) in FSIS?

• A. To document noncompliance using citations from regulations.
• B. To log sanitation inspections only.
• C. To advertise products.
• D. To record employee attendance.

Answer: (A)

Focusing on documenting regulatory noncompliance explains why this record is essential. A Noncompliance Record captures a finding that an establishment did not meet FSIS requirements and specifically attaches the relevant regulatory citations that were violated. This creates a precise, legally grounded account of what went wrong, the evidence supporting the finding, and the corrective actions the facility must take with a timeline. The regulation citations give clear justification for the finding and serve as the basis for any enforcement steps if needed. It isn’t about sanitation notes alone, advertising, or attendance; its purpose is to document where and how regulatory requirements weren’t met and to guide the path back to compliance.