FSANZ updates food safety management standards

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has updated Safe Food Australia to incorporate the new Standard 3.2.2A Food safety management tools, which comes into effect December 2023. The updated guidance was part of a suite of initiatives developed with states and territories to support strengthened food safety and protect public health and safety.

Food services, such as cafes and restaurants, is vital to the Australian economy. Many of these businesses already provide Australians with safe food.

According to FSANZ CEO Sandra Cuthbert, the key changes are the training requirements for food handlers and supervisors. There is also guidance for substantiating key actions at critical points known to manage food safety risks.

“I am pleased federal, state and territory governments are taking a joint approach to improving food safety standards across Australia and appreciate food businesses’ cooperation in ensuring consumers continue to have high confidence in the safety practices of the foodservice and retail sector,” Cuthbert said.

The changes come into effect 8 December 2023. Food businesses may contact their local enforcement authority for further information about compliance with the new standards.

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