Monitoring
The FSAI is responsible for monitoring food on the Irish market to ensure that it is safe and complies with food legislation. This monitoring is carried out in a variety of ways.
Routine Surveillance
Routine surveillance is carried out by the official agencies including microbiological, chemical, genetically modified food, irradiated food and labelling surveillance. Read more on routine surveillance
Other Surveys
Other surveys are also carried out occaisionally by the FSAI, often in conjunction with other agencies or organisations, in a variety of areas. You can find these surveys in our Publications and Resources section
Shellfish Monitoring
Irish Shellfish Monitoring Programme
HACCP Strategy
The FSAI and HSE developed a strategy to monitor the implementation of HACCP by food businesses. Find more information on the HACCP strategy
Last reviewed: 28/4/2009