Food Safety

A Food Recall Image created by Barbara Bielecki, food safety & compliance consultant.

Why Food Recalls Happen in Australia: Insights for food businesses

Food recalls are a serious issue for food businesses in Australia, causing financial loss, regulatory scrutiny, and reputational damage. They occur when a food product poses a potential health risk to consumers or does not meet regulatory requirements. During a food recall in Australia, food businesses are legally required under Standard 3.2.2 – Food Safety […]

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Medical researcher analysing a test tube sample in a lab, illustrating wastewater surveillance for foodborne pathogen detection.

Wastewater monitoring being utilised in the surveillance of foodborne pathogens

Wastewater monitoring for surveillance of foodborne pathogens As a qualified Environmental Health Officer (EHO), I advise clients on appropriate onsite wastewater systems and assist food business owners during foodborne illness investigations. I recently shared this podcast called Wastewater Monitoring for Foodborne Pathogen Surveillance on my Facebook page. In this episode of Food Safety Matters, they

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table in vintage restaurant

How can you keep pests out of the food business?

A pest infestation in a restaurant or food business indicates a failure to keep pests out, which can have disastrous consequences. Pest infestations can harm your brand’s reputation and drive away customers. Pest infestation can also lead to noncompliance with food safety standards and regulations. That is why it is so vital to take preventative

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