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1995 saw
the introduction of the new Food Safety Regulations. These
have made it your responsibility to ensure the safety of the
food you serve.
 The
main tool you will use to defend any subsequent liability
will be “Due Diligence”. Your Due Diligence defence will have
to demonstrate that you took every precaution to avoid food
poisoning.
The
main precaution that you will need to take will be to install
some form of written analysis of the hazardous operations
within your establishment.
One of
these hazards is the supply of raw materials that you use.
You need suppliers who are able to clearly demonstrate due
diligence themselves.
A supplier
who has introduced a proper working HACCP system is the best
possible assurance you can have. In 1993/94 we introduced
our HACCP system, and have continually updated to the present
day.
The system
monitors and controls all aspects of our business, integrating
with our quality management system and computerised order
processing.
Full general
and specific process procedures, flow-charted through the
business, with supplier assessments and full traceability,
have helped us to achieve a 94% A-Grade rating from external
auditors Support Training & Services, who accredit suppliers
for major catering establishments including the NHS Supplies.
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