Essential safety gear for your food business this June

June is National Safety Month, an ideal time to assess and enhance the safety measures in your food production business. 

Ensuring workplace safety is crucial for compliance and the well-being of employees. 

Here’s a guide to the essential safety gear you need:

Food safe workwear 

Proper workwear is essential for maintaining hygiene and safety standards. Employees should wear appropriate food production workwear to prevent contamination and protect against spills. Lab coats, overalls, aprons, hats and boots are just some ideal clothes for such environments.

Disposable workwear

To prevent cross-contamination, use disposable headwear, gloves, coveralls, aprons, coats, and overshoes. These items are convenient for single-use and ensure high hygiene standards.

Protective footwear

Food environment wellingtons and shoes provide protection against spills and contamination. Freezer and chiller safety boots and shoes keep feet warm and safe in low temperatures, while general safety boots and shoes protect against physical hazards.

Cold environment and Hi-vis workwear

In cold storage areas, employees need specialised freezer workwear to stay warm and functional. Fire retardant and anti-static workwear offer additional protection, and hi-vis workwear ensures visibility.

Hygiene monitoring

Monitoring hygiene is essential for food safety. Use ATP hygiene monitoring systems, pathogen and indicator organism testing, allergen testing, and incubators to maintain cleanliness. Colour change test strips provide quick visual checks for contamination.

Cleaning supplies

Colour-coded cleaning supplies, including bins, mop systems, spillage kits, mop and broom handles, and broom heads, help prevent cross-contamination and maintain organised cleaning protocols.

Hygiene supplies

Hand sanitation stations and antibacterial pens are crucial for maintaining personal hygiene and preventing the spread of germs.

Detectable products

Detectable pens, PPE, safety knives, food-safe shovels and spades, labels, tags, and food-grade lubricants are essential to avoid contamination and ensure all equipment can be traced and accounted for.

First aid supplies

Stock comprehensive first aid supplies, including HSE kits, catering first aid kits, eye and wound wash, plasters, first aid essentials, and burn kits to ensure prompt and effective response to injuries.

Temperature monitoring

Accurate temperature control is crucial in food production. Use catering and food processing thermometers, temperature probes, infrared thermometers, kitchen thermometers, data loggers, wireless monitoring, calibration equipment, and accessories for precise temperature readings.

Implementing these safety measures can greatly reduce risks and ensure a safe and productive environment for your food production business. 

Celebrate National Safety Month by prioritising safety and investing in the right equipment for your team.