Starting a Food Business

All food businesses, big or small, whether operating from a business premises, in the home or from a mobile unit or food stall, must be aware of the legislation regarding food hygiene and food safety. Ultimately, you are responsible for ensuring the food you produce is safe.

Have a look at each of the sections below for all the information you'll need to get started

• You must register your business
• Your business may also need approval 
• You must familiarise yourself with food hygiene legislation 
• You need to develop a food safety management system based on HACCP 
• You must have a traceability system 
• You may require some form of food safety training 
• Considerations when operating from home, a food truck or selling at farmers’ markets 
• Have a look at some useful publications 
• Establish, maintain and provide evidence of an appropriate food safety culture
  

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Last reviewed: 2/12/2021