How to Create Your Food Safety Management System?
Being a chef means more than just creating delicious meals, it also means ensuring that the food you serve is safe for your customers. That’s where a Food Safety Management System (FSMS) comes in. An FSMS is a set of procedures and practices that help food preparation businesses meet food safety requirements and minimise the risk of food contamination.
What is the Food Standards Act 1999 and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006?
The Food Standards Act 1999 and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 were established to protect consumers from harmful food and ensure that businesses involved in food production are following the food safety act. These regulations make it an offence for businesses to supply food which could be harmful.
The difference between food safety and food hygiene?
Food hygiene and food safety are very similar! Food hygiene relates specifically to the microbiological safety of food, while food safety is a broader term that encompasses all aspects of food production, storage and handling.
Which businesses does this affect?
Any business involved in food manufacturing, preparing, distribution, selling, or serving is affected by food hygiene and safety regulations. This includes supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, private caterers, and any other businesses that handle food. That’s why Leafe is such a fantastic tool for any and all sizes of operation.
How to comply with food hygiene standards?
To comply with food hygiene and safety standards, you need to identify all potential food safety risks that are relevant to your business. Once you’ve identified these risks, you’ll need to implement control measures to minimise the risk of contamination. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) is a useful system you can use to identify and control potential hazards in your food production process and you can use Leafe to implement it.
What happens if I don’t comply with the standards?
Failing to comply with food hygiene and safety standards can result in fines, closure and paying possible compensation to harmed customers. Additionally, a poor hygiene rating can lead to further consequences, such as a decrease in customers and revenue for your business.
In Conclusion:
Creating a Food Safety Management System is an essential part of any food preparation business. By following food safety and hygiene regulations with Leafe, you can ensure that your customers are safe, your business is operating legally and you’re saving hours upon hours of needless paperwork.
