The Duties of a Food Handler – Hygiene, Health and Behaviour (R638-R11)
Food businesses and food handlers go hand-in-hand. The one cannot survive without the other. Food handlers are one the biggest …
Basic Requirements for the Display, Storage and Temperature of Food (R638-R8)
In this article, we will look at the basic requirements for the display, storage and temperature of food products. The …
Basic Requirements for Food Containers and Packaging on Food Premises (R638-C7)
No matter what type of food business you’re in, you will always use different types of food containers or packaging …
Requirements for Equipment and Other Food Contact Surfaces on Food Premises
Equipment and other facilities, also referred to as food contact surfaces in this article, used for food handling on food …
Part 1: Parasites That Can Affect Food Safety – Entamoeba histolytica
Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite that can cause a disease called, Amoebiasis, also known as Amoebic Dysentery. Amoebiasis is …
The 6 Factors Affecting Harmful Bacterial Growth in Food – FATTOM
The presence of potentially harmful bacteria in food is the leading cause of foodborne illnesses globally. It’s essential to understand …
Requirements for the Location, Design and Construction of Food Premises
Before starting your food business, carefully consider the location. You must also look at the design and construction requirements of …
Top 50 Poor Food Hygiene Practices of Food Handlers
Poor food hygiene practices in a food handling environment can pose a substantial risk to Food Safety in any food …
Examples of Food Contact Surfaces and the Important Role it Plays in Food Safety
Food contact surfaces can harbour a multitude of harmful micro-organisms and other substances which can contaminate food. It’s important to …
The 4 Primary Types of Food Safety Hazards Every Food Handler Should Know About
Everyone in a food handling environment, especially food handlers, should be aware of Food Safety hazards. If you want to …
The Definition of a Food Handler and Who is Considered a Food Handler?
The food and beverage industries are well regulated by various food and food safety laws. The reason is to keep …
Glossary of Food Safety Terms and Definitions
An extensive, well-organised, and easy-to-use glossary of common Food Safety terms and definitions. You can use our list to help …