When Should a HACCP Plan Be Checked & Reviewed
You’ve written your HACCP plan. It’s filed away in the office. Job done, right? Not quite. A HACCP plan isn’t a one-and-done document you tick…
What Is a CCP in HACCP
If you’ve ever looked at HACCP and thought “this seems complicated,” you’re not alone. One of the trickiest parts? Understanding what a Critical Control Point…
HACCP Certification: How Much Does It Cost?
You’ve heard HACCP mentioned by your EHO. You’ve seen it on job specs. You’ve been told you need it. But what does HACCP certification actually…
What Is The Most Common Food Allergy
Ask ten people this question and you’ll get ten different answers. Milk? Peanuts? Shellfish? Here’s the thing: the honest answer is, it depends who you’re…
What Is the Purpose of HACCP In A Food Business
Here’s the uncomfortable truth about food safety in the UK. You cannot test your way to a safe plate of food. If the first time…
How Common Is Airborne Peanut Allergy
If you run a café, a school kitchen, or a care home, you’ve probably had this question land in your lap at least once. A…
Chocolate: The Gift That (Almost) Never Goes Bad
Now onto the star of Easter: chocolate. Whether you’re receiving it, gifting it, or hoarding it like a dragon guarding treasure, you’ll be pleased to…
Cracking the Code: Eggs, Chocolate & Easter Food Safety
Easter is upon us — the time of year when supermarkets become obstacle courses of pastel‑coloured packaging, families gather for egg hunts, and we all…
Do I Have to Wear Gloves When Handling Food?
Do I Have to Wear Gloves When Handling Food? No. There is no legal requirement to wear gloves when handling food in the UK. That…
When is Food Hygiene Training Most Effective?
When is Food Hygiene Training Most Effective? Food hygiene training works best when it happens before your staff handle food, not weeks after they’ve started.…
Legislation: Who Should Attend Food Hygiene Training (UK)
Legislation: Who Should Attend Food Hygiene Training (UK) If you run a food business in the UK, you’ve probably asked yourself: who should attend food…
Why Pests Are Attracted to Food Preparation Areas & What You Can Do
Why Pests Are Attracted to Food Preparation Areas & What You Can Do A single mouse dropping on a kitchen counter. A cockroach scurrying behind…