The FSSAI has issued directions dated 12 June, 2020 regarding the extension of date for mandatory food safety audit of Food Businesses under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Safety Auditing) Regulations 2018. Through an order dated 13 August 2019 the FSSAI had mandated food safety audit of Food Businesses holding Central License and who […]
FSSAI Guidelines for Food Businesses Regarding Food Hygiene and Safety During Coronavirus Disease Pandemic
Coronavirus disease (COVID- 19) is an urgent and spreading threat for which there is no documentation regarding clinical and epidemiological characteristics. However, the disease is spreading rapidly and the number of cases is rising in most of the countries including India. The disease can be asymptomatic or present symptoms like mild flu, severe respiratory issues […]
WHO Food Safety Guidelines for Food Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic
Despite the lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak, food businesses need to continue to work as part of essential services. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has prepared some guidelines, which the food industry could follow, to remain safe and prevent the spread of the disease in their premises. As the outbreak spreads, the food industry […]