Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1)
High-risk food businesses must implement a documented Food Safety Program audited by a recognised food safety auditor.
Who must comply
High-risk food businesses + service to vulnerable populations.
What triggers it
Operating a covered category.
When due
Continuous; periodic audit.
Evidence required
Food Safety Program document; auditor's report.
Max penalty
State-based fines + business closure for serious breaches
Summary
Standard 3.2.1 of the Food Standards Code requires certain high-risk food businesses (food service to vulnerable populations, raw oyster processing, etc.) to implement a written Food Safety Program audited by a recognised auditor. State implementation varies.
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- CWLTHImplement Food Safety Management Tool (Standard 3.2.2A)Category 1 food businesses must use a Food Safety Management Tool to verify critical controls.
- CWLTHFood Act state licensing + food safety supervisorFood businesses must register + appoint Food Safety Supervisor under state Food Acts.
Frequently asked questions
- Who must comply with Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1)?
- High-risk food businesses + service to vulnerable populations.
- What triggers Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1)?
- Operating a covered category.
- When is Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1) due?
- Continuous; periodic audit.
- What is the maximum penalty for Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1)?
- State-based fines + business closure for serious breaches
- What evidence is required for Implement Food Safety Program where prescribed (Standard 3.2.1)?
- Food Safety Program document; auditor's report.
Source: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/business/safetystandards/Pages/Standard-3-2-1.aspx. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.