With food hygiene audit, organizations can identify gaps in their production processes and prevent food contamination which could result in foodborne illness outbreaks, product recalls and food poisoning lawsuits. Food hygiene audit gives consumers, food establishments, restaurants, and other stakeholders confidence that safety and hygienic practices is in placed during food processing and throughout the supply chain.
What is Food Hygiene Audit?
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Food hygiene audit is a systematic and objective assessment of food safety and hygiene standards of the food industry. The audit helps organizations to identify any gaps or risks that could compromise the quality and safety of the food products and health of the customers.
Food hygiene audit also can provide evidence of the organization’s compliance with legal and industry requirements, as well as recognition for best practices and stakeholders expectations. Food hygiene audit will cover several key areas but not limited to:
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Personal hygiene of food handlers,
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Cleanliness of food storage area,
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Maintenance and operation of cold storage area,
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Food preparation process,
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Delivery process,
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Toilets.
With food hygiene audit, the risk of food contamination is reduced thus, lowering the risk of unsafe food reaching end consumers, and provides affirmation of food quality and safety.
Benefits of Food Hygiene Audit
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Prevention of any health risk issues due to early detection of potential issues in food handling,
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Lower cost and enhance productivity,
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Enhance organization’s branding and demonstrate commitment to providing quality and safe food products.
Our Expertise
Why get certified with SOCOTEC Certification Singapore?
SOCOTEC Certification Singapore has conducted audits for food related schemes, and our auditors are experts in the industry with vast knowledge of food regulatory requirements locally and internationally.
Therefore, certification with us will not only enhance your branding, but also provide value-add to your organization in complying with regulatory requirements.
SOCOTEC Certification Singapore has conducted audits for food related schemes, and our auditors are experts in the industry with vast knowledge of food regulatory requirements locally and internationally.
Therefore, certification with us will not only enhance your branding, but also provide value-add to your organization in complying with regulatory requirements.