FOOD SAFETY TIPS

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

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Personal Hygiene

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

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Cross Contamination

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

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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...

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Cooking

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

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Cleaning

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