Demonstrating Food Safety Practice

Demonstrating Food Safety Practice

Demonstration of Food Safety Practices

Understanding of Legislation and Policies

  • Familiarise yourself with the Food Safety Act 1990 and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006.
  • Know the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles in managing food preparation.
  • Be aware of the penalties of violating food safety laws.

Procedures for Correct Food Handling

  • Follow the Correct Colour Coding System when using chopping boards and knives to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Avoid direct contact with ready-to-eat food and use utensils or gloves.
  • Wash hands thoroughly before handling food and after handling raw food.

Safe Food Preservation

  • Understand different preservation methods such as freezing, canning, drying, etc.
  • Always check food items’ expiry dates to ensure their freshness.
  • Understand the need for temperature control when storing food.

Implementing Cleaning Schedules

  • Clean all equipment and surfaces before and after food preparation.
  • Ensure daily and regular deep clean of the kitchen.
  • Regularly check the cleanliness of all utensils and equipment.

Application of Cooking Techniques

  • Ensuring that food is cooked at the correct temperature to kill bacteria.
  • Use a food probe to check core temperatures of food.
  • Understand different cooking techniques: boiling, grilling, baking, etc.

Implementation of Waste and Pest Control

  • Dispose of waste properly and immediately.
  • Have a proper recycling system for food packaging.
  • Maintain a clean environment to prevent attracting pests.

Practising Personal Hygiene

  • Always wear clean, uniform and coverings for hair while preparing food.
  • Avoid touching face and hair during food preparation.
  • Ensure any cuts, burns or skin infections are covered with a blue plaster.

Food Allergen Awareness

  • Have a clear understanding of the 14 main food allergens.
  • Be able to provide correct information to consumers about allergens in dishes.
  • Handle food containing allergens with care to avoid cross-contamination.