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January 13, 2024
Perth offers a rich culinary experience with a variety of fresh produce, excellent wines, and numerous restaurants. From exclusive European cuisine in Victoria Park, to budget-friendly meals in Northbridge’s Chinatown district, the city really does cater for everyone.
While Perth’s food establishments are diverse in nature, they all have the same responsibility to prepare and serve food in a safe manner. This is where Food Safety Supervisor training comes into…
January 11, 2024
South Australia has been grappling with a significant rise in rotavirus infections over the last year. According to data from SA Health, the number of cases has doubled, with hundreds of cases reported across the state.
This increase is a serious cause for concern, given the highly contagious nature of the virus and its prevalence among children and infants. The spike in infections has impacted various sectors, including several childcare centres and aged care…
December 18, 2023
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) recently released the results of a comprehensive survey concerning patulin levels in apple juice and other apple products.
This survey was conducted in response to a recall of several apple juice products in 2020 due to high patulin levels. The goal was to assess whether patulin concentrations in these products posed a risk to public health.
Before exploring the results, let’s first explain what patulin is and why i…
December 16, 2023
If you work in the hospitality industry, you're probably familiar with the importance of maintaining high standards of food safety. In Australia, ensuring that food is prepared, handled and served in a safe and hygienic manner is not just a best practice; it's a legal requirement imposed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ).
Compliance with FSANZ Standard 3.2.2A is strictly monitored, so businesses must ensure that their staff are certified in food s…
December 15, 2023
Food retail is big business in Australia, the supermarket and grocery store sector alone generated more than $100 billion (AUD) in revenue last year and currently employs around 434,000 people.
When you consider the sheer number of food handling processes involved in keeping a sector of this size operating from one day to the next, the importance of appropriate food safety procedures becomes even more apparent.
With millions of consumers served daily, retail m…
December 14, 2023
Australians love coffee, and with 52,000 cafes to choose from nationwide, it isn’t hard for consumers to get their caffeine fix. These establishments aren’t just about beverages though, cafes and coffee shops are becoming a destination for food lovers too, with menus now expanding beyond the usual offerings of sandwiches, salads and pastries.
As food becomes an increasingly integral part of cafe culture, so too does the implementation of food safety procedures.…
December 14, 2023
All Australian businesses that prepare and serve food must appoint a Food Safety Supervisor. This means that at least one employee per location must have completed nationally recognised training and hold a Statement of Attainment for the Food Safety Supervisor skillset.
The Food Safety Supervisor course delivered by Food Safety First is 100% online and is nationally recognised and accepted by all states and territories.
With the introduction of FSANZ Standard…
December 13, 2023
The food truck trend has gathered serious momentum over the last decade. So much so that the Australian Mobile Food Vendors Group estimates that there are currently more than 5,000 food trucks in operation throughout Australia.
To protect their growing customer base, it’s imperative that food truck operators adhere to the stringent food safety regulations put in place by Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ). Professional training programs are an essenti…
December 12, 2023
People requiring Food Safety Supervisor certification work in many different roles. From chefs to childcare workers to food truck operators, the list is varied. However, the specific Food Safety Supervisor training you require depends on your role, and sometimes also the location where you work.
It’s important to complete the correct training. At the end of the course you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment that lists the units of competency that you’ve attain…
November 21, 2023
As Perth grapples with an unprecedented heatwave and soaring temperatures, food businesses in the area are being urged to consider the potential impact on food safety. In the midst of record-breaking heat, adhering to stringent food safety measures becomes imperative to prevent potential health risks associated with improper food handling.
Unprecedented Heatwave
Perth, unaccustomed to such extreme heat, is currently facing its first-ever ‘extremely severe’ he…
November 15, 2023
There are more than 138,000 kitchen hands employed across Australia, emphasising the huge influence this food handling role can have on the effective implementation of food safety protocols throughout the industry.
Kitchen hands play a critical role within commercial kitchens, often taking care of cleaning and sanitising procedures as well as numerous food preparation tasks. Their consistent involvement in such activities can make them good candidates for the F…
November 14, 2023
It’s a fact that is often overlooked, but Australian healthcare settings are responsible for serving millions of meals each year. Hospital employees may be serving patients instead of customers, but the need for food safety is just as critical, if not more so.
Some of the country’s most vulnerable people rely on hospital food services, leaving no margin for error when it comes to the safe food preparation, handling and service. Fortunately, Food Standards Austr…
November 12, 2023
The hospitality industry is as much about drinks as it is food, with the line between the two becoming more blurred in recent years. Although bars and cafes are predominantly engaged in the serving of drinks, they still come into contact with high-risk products, especially as these establishments continue to develop their food offering to cater to the evolving demands of Australian consumers.
Baristas, who are often the frontline in serving coffee and fresh foo…
November 9, 2023
The Australian hospitality industry continues to bounce back from the pandemic-related disruption of previous years, with thousands of chefs joining the sector as businesses look to capitalise on a renewed appetite for eating out. By 2024, it’s estimated that there will be approximately 117,000 chefs employed throughout Australia – that’s 15 percent more than there were in 2019.
Chefs are a critical component of the hospitality industry, preparing meals for all…
October 9, 2023
There are five industries that require Food Safety Supervisor training:
Hospitality
Retail
Food Processing
Health & Community
Transport & Distribution
Although the course is similar for each industry, it’s not the same. When you complete your Food Safety Supervisor training you receive a Statement of Attainment that lists the units of competency you’ve attained. These units of competency are specific to your industry sector.
It’s important to n…