Food safety programs

A Food Safety Program is a document that shows what steps you and your business are taking to make sure that the food you sell is safe.

The Food Safety Program also requires each business to appoint a Food Safety Supervisor (FSS).

For all new food premises, a Food Safety Program needs to be lodged with Council prior to your food business operating.

To find out more about templates and how to use them, or to download a Food Safety Program, visit Food Safety Victoria's website (also available in a number of languages besides English).

If you require further information or clarification, contact Council's Environmental Health Department on 9599 4417 or email enquiries@bayside.vic.gov.au

Food Safety Supervisor

The FSS must:

• Know how to recognise, prevent and alleviate hazards associated with handling food.
• Hold appropriate certification of completion of relevant training competencies provided by a registered training organisation.
• Have the ability and authority to supervise and direct other staff handling food and ensure that they have appropriate skills and knowledge relevant to the industry.

If the nominated FSS has not completed the necessary training before your business opens, your business will need to provide confirmation of enrolment in an approved course with submission of your Food Safety Program.

For more information about registered food safety supervisor training visit the National Training Information Service website

If you require further information or clarification, contact Council's Environmental Health Department on 9599 4417 or email enquiries@bayside.vic.gov.au