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Template Food Control Plan has been updated
MPI have updated the template Food Control Plan, Simply Safe and Suitable to version 4. There are 8 topics that…
New Mock Recall Requirement
From 1 July 2023 it will be a requirement for every business to do an annual mock recall. This will…
Traceability
If something goes wrong and you have to do a recall, the first few questions are what did I make,…
Sustainable Packaging options
I think we can all agree that we need to reduce what goes into our landfill, especially plastic items that…
Thermometers to buy and not buy
Keeping food at safe temperatures is one of the main ways we prevent food poisoning nowadays. Almost every business has…
Food safety after floods and emergencies
After the recent winter weather event, it’s a good time to review your emergency procedures and ensure you know what…
Food safety training
Being knowledgeable and competent in food safety is important for everyone that works in a food business. But who exactly…
New Allergen Labelling Rules
New rules have come in around the labelling of allergens. The Plain English Allergen Labelling (PEAL) rules are out now…
Efficient record keeping
Every food business will need to keep some records relating to food safety. Lower risk businesses operating under National Programmes…
Food trends and their safety
Emerging food trends are interesting to follow, and eat! They can often be incorporated into businesses or even spark a…