Food Safety Legislation And Labelling Flashcards
What is covered in the legislation
Dietary supplements
Food ingredients
Drink
Water used
Equipment used
Who enforces the legislation
Environmental health officer
Trading standards officer
What is a TSO
Work for local authority
Protect consumer against unfair trading
Make sure labelled properly
Visit factories/ shops
Test food samples
What is a EHO
Work for local authorities
Public health issues - hygiene of business and food safety
Investigate microbial contamination
What is the aim of food safety regulations 1995
Ensure common food hygiene rule across the EU
What are the main requirements
Clean
Adequate water/ lighting/ ventilation/ toilets/ drainage/ hand washing facilities
Protection against pests
Personal hygiene