12/02/2026
From commercial kitchens and food manufacturing sites to staff canteens and care facilities, understanding food hazards (and how to control them) is essential.
27/02/2025
Discover policies, and processes you can put in place to help mitigate food safety incidents from occurring, saving you severe headaches, financial loss, and even law action later down the road.
08/01/2024
Maintaining the highest standards of cleaning and sanitising in the realm of food safety is crucial for anyone engaged in food manufacturing, handling, and preparation.
09/05/2023
Food businesses have a legal and moral responsibility to prevent allergic reactions and protect customer health with allergen testing. The responsibility also lies throughout the supply chain from companies storing raw ingredients, manufacturing, labelling and packaging, and transportation. It involves providing accurate allergen information and following best practice for handling allergens. Failure to do so can result in fines, legal action, loss of reputation and customer trust. Food allergies are a serious health issue that affects millions of people around the world. According to the Food Standards Agency, there are... Read More
26/04/2022
Whether you run a coffee shop, restaurant or pub, you have a responsibility to control any potential food hygiene hazards that could cause people harm or illness. As such, you’ll need to have sound waste disposal and storage practices and systems in place to ensure food safety. Why is this so important? Waste bins harbour many contaminants which can lead to cross-contamination or pest issues if not properly managed. Guidance on Waste Disposal, Storage & Management As a food business operator, you are responsible for doing everything you can to... Read More
11/03/2022
Wondering what colour you should pick for a chopping board for chicken? And what about vegetables? Unsure what yellow cutting boards are used for? And why do you need to use them in your commercial kitchen? Then keep on reading. We’ve put together a complete food safety guide on colour-coded chopping boards to answer all your questions, covering everything from universal colour codes to your HACCP documentation. Preventing Cross-Contamination: Why Do You Need Colour-Coded Chopping Boards? Avoiding cross-contamination is a key aspect of preventing foodborne illnesses. Cross-contamination is defined by... Read More
Introducing a colour-coded system is a highly beneficial addition for a wide range of sectors. The process of colour segregation ensures safe hygiene in a number of processes including, cleaning, cooking, hygiene, uniform clothing and equipment. 4 Benefits of Colour-Coded Equipment: Prevent Cross Contamination Identify high risk, low-risk areas Hygienic Waste Management Safe Segregation of Cleaning Equipment Colour-coded equipment can assist in minimising the risk of product cross-contamination from bacteria, allergens and foreign bodies. Consequently this improves food safety, saves on expensive recalls and protects business reputation. Food Handling To ensure safe food handling, colour-coded cooking utensils, cleaning... Read More
