If you are a food business you may be aware of Scores on the Doors; a Government scheme that provides consumers with the results of hygiene inspections carried out by local authorities. According to the Food Standards Agency, the "primary purpose of these Scores on the Doors schemes is to empower consumers so that they make more informed choices about the places from which they purchase food."
iPhone users now find it even easier to check local restaurant ratings with the new Scores on the Doors app which is free to use.
The three main areas covered by the inspections are confidence in management, structural compliance, and hygiene, cleanliness and safety compliance. By training staff in Food Safety you are equipping them with the knowledge to prevent foodborne illnesses and to maintain a clean, safe environment around food.
Staff should also have a basic knowledge of general Health & Safety in the Workplace to know how to prevent hazards and accidents. By keeping records of regular training you will have proof of safety compliance and the knowledge that your staff are working safely around food and reducing risk to your customers and reputation.
You will also need to follow a food safety management system which is a way of keeping records of risk assessments, changes in the workplace and training.
It is also a good idea to have a Health & Safety Policy Statement if you do not already have one. The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) provide a template for this on their website.
These are some basic ways to improve or maintain your Scores on the Doors rating.
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