FOOD SAFETY TIPS

We 've put together some general advice on food safety.

Opening Checks

Following this long period of time closed it is critical that you complete the following checks to ensure that all food preparation and...

Food safety advice for new food businesses or home cooks setting up during the coronavirus pandemic

In a time of unprecedented events, A2Z food safety is aware that there is an increasing amount of members of the public who handle,...

Introducing Food Takeaway and Delivery Options

In a time of unprecedented events, A2Z food safety appeciates that businesses may look to change and adapt their business in order to...

Allergens

An allergy is a reaction the body has to a particular food or substance. Allergies are very common. They're thought to affect more than...

Storage

Chilled storage of foods Some foods need to be kept chilled to keep them safe, for example food with a ‘use by’ date, food that you have...

Personal Hygiene

High Standard of personal hygiene is essential to prevent cross contamination of food and food poisoning. It is important that staff...

Cross Contamination

Cross-contamination is when bacteria spread between food, surfaces or equipment. It is most likely to happen when raw food touches (or...

Temperature Control

Some foods need to be kept chilled to keep them safe, for example food with a ‘use by’ date, food that you have cooked and won’t serve...

Cooking

Thorough cooking is very important because it kills harmful bacteria in food. If bacteria survive in food because it is not cooked...

Cleaning

Effective cleaning is essential to get rid of harmful bacteria in your kitchen. All food contact surfaces for example work surfaces,...