Getting into the food industry includes specific requirements. In Australia, particularly in Queensland, one requirement is the hiring or appointment of a Food Safety Supervisor QLD, a Nationally Recognised Training that is offered nationwide. The Food Safety Supervisor role covers the responsibilities of a food business with regards to the safety and hygiene of both […]
Food safety is an important part of the food industry, especially with regard to the safety and protection of consumers and staff alike. The food industry in Queensland, in particular, is required to follow the regulations established by the Food Act 2006. In line with these regulations, all food businesses in the Queensland state are […]
What is the Food Safety Supervisor QLD? It is a role for which all food businesses in Queensland are required to hire or assign personnel. The Food Safety Supervisor role may be appointed, in which the designated employee will be obliged to undertake the necessary training course for certification. The FSS role can also be […]
Food Safety Supervisor NSW Mobile catering is becoming increasingly popular in today’s food service industry and typically involves selling prepared food from some form of vehicle or other mobile set-ups, usually taking on the form of carts or food trucks. These mobile catering businesses bring meals to the consumer, instead of the other way around, […]
Food safety is an everyday concern that, while seemingly pedestrian, is nonetheless a critical aspect of food preparation. Food safety prevents common concerns with food handling and consumption, such as cross-contamination, food poisoning, and food handling-related injuries. Because of the importance of food safety, the Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) training and certification became a requirement […]
Food – it’s one of life’s simplest pleasures. However, when it comes to prepping and handling food, things are rarely as simple. In New South Wales, in particular, those who are seeking to set up a food business are required to have what is called a Food Safety Supervisor (or a FSS) – Food Safety […]
A food safety program is a document that identifies and controls food safety hazards when handling food and is generally the responsibility of the Food Safety Supervisor. The food safety program must be retained at the premises of the food business and must: identify food safety hazards that are reasonably likely to occur within food […]
A Food Safety Supervisor NSW is aware that food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness, is a critical issue in the country, with its outcomes significantly affecting both food business owners as well as consumers. In fact, according to Australia’s Department of Health, there are an estimated 4.1 million cases of food poisoning each year. […]
According to the NSW Food Act of 2003, there are particular food businesses in the retail foodservice and hospitality sector in New South Wales that requires at least one (1) FSS or Food Safety Supervisor NSW. An FSS is a trained individual whose aim is to identify and prevent risks that are associated with […]
What’s a NSW Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) and why is the position important? A food safety supervisor is someone who is a current FSS certificate holder and qualified to identify and prevent any risks that are linked to food handling in certain retail food businesses. They are also licensed to train and supervise other individuals […]
Have you given much consideration to the layout of your kitchen? Perhaps you’ve just acquired a new venue, but some of the food preparation areas are a bit outdated. Whether your premises are new or have been long established, it pays to have a maintenance program installed or undergo further training such as a Food […]
Did you know that in order to work in the retail, hospitality and transport and distribution sectors across different states you may require a Food Safety Supervisor training course? By getting your Level 1 certificate (SITXFSA001 Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety) and Level 2 certificate (SITXFSA002) Participate in Safe Food Handling Practices), you could […]