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5 Safety System Guidelines for restaurant operators

Food Safety International

Food and Drug Administration regulates restaurants and distributes guidelines for safe food preparation and storage. The new version of the FDA’s food code came out in 2009 and updates several requirements. The system includes seven principles that manage every step of food storage and preparation.

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The Importance of Food Safety Auditing

Food Safety Tech

To begin to understand the importance of food safety auditing, it is essential to know what a food safety standard comprises in terms of auditing. Food safety audits come in three basic designs: first-party (internal), second-party (audit of your supplier), or third-party or accredited third-party (independent or certification).

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The Importance of High-Quality Catering Equipment

the CAMBRO blog

Whether it’s commercial-grade ovens, insulated transport units or food storage containers , investing in reliable and efficient tools can significantly reduce cooking and preparation times and increase the quality of your food. Low-quality or outdated equipment can pose serious risks to food safety and hygiene.

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2023 Update on state food safety legislation

Food Safety News

Enacted Bills Include: California A 1325, Microenterprise Home Kitchens This relates to the California Retail Food Code, which authorizes the governing body of a city, county, or city and county, by ordinance or resolution, to permit microenterprise home kitchen operations (MHKOs) if certain conditions are met. Department of Agriculture.

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The Role of Commercial Kitchen Equipment in Food Safety

Chef's Deal

It encompasses various vital tools and appliances for preparing, storing, and handling food. In addition to keeping the surfaces clean and hygienic to hinder bacterial growth and food debris pile-up, the role of commercial kitchen equipment in food safety is also apparent in preventing cross-contamination.

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28 Factors When Buying Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Chef's Deal

Regulatory bodies like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), National Sanitation Foundation (NSF), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and local health and fire departments regulate the standards required for a safe and hygienic operation. It is suitable for cookware and certain food prep tools.