IFST has published this Food Safety Knowledge Hub to consolidate advice, regulations and practical guidance on the topic of food safety. By providing easy access to trusted resources we aim to support stakeholders and consumers in enabling this.
In today’s globalised world, access to safe and nutritious food is not only recognised as a right in many countries but is a vital part of supporting larger public health goals. Simply put, food safety refers to the series of practices anyone preparing food adopts in order to ensure that the food is safe to eat. It is the backbone of a trustworthy food supply chain, supports national economies, trade and tourism, and is the responsibility of every food business operator.