ASC Food Safety Consultants
Leading with Science. Ensuring Food Safety.
Mthokozisi Nkosi, Food Safety Specialist and Lead Auditor 
We are going to start with Requirement 1, which deals with senior management commitment. As we know the starting point for any effective food safety management system is a commitment of senior management to the development of a positive food safety culture that ensures food safety. The standard places a …
A hot topic in the Nelson Mandela Bay community is the public outcry against manganese ore storage and handling and their impact on public health safety. Manganese ore has been a staple export in the region for over forty years, with two main ports in the Eastern Cape (Gqeberha and …
Milk and dairy products are a staple in most households. We use dairy as key ingredients in many foods and meals, as supplements in food products, and people drink milk on its own or in other beverages such as tea or coffee. Dairy products are incredibly rich in nutrients such …
This article discuss the basic steps to start a food truck business in South Africa and is written by our CEO, a former successful food truck owner. We will look at the legalities, menu design and much more. We also
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Fish and fish products are prone to contamination mainly due the physiology of fish species, their habitat and handling practices. It’s no surprise then that they contribute to a large portion of foodborne illness incidents contributing to, on average, 6-8 % of all annually reported outbreaks. This is more than …
Microorganisms, or microbes, play an important role in breaking down natural matter in the environment. Without them, there would be a build-up of waste, and this wouldn’t be recycled back into the food chain. Because of their key job in continuing the natural recycling of nutrients, they are found basically …
There are many food industry laws and regulations in South Africa and many business owners struggle to keep up. The trick is to know the main ones and thereafter choose the ones that are relevant to your product and operations. The fact that the industry is highly regulated and that …
If you’re thinking of starting and managing a food handling business, there’s a couple of things you need to know. Having to know so many legal standards might seem scary, but don’t worry, only certain regulations will apply to your business depending on what product you’re trying to sell. You …
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the food industry primarily protects food from possible contamination by the food handler. Protective clothing may include: PPE may also be designed to protect food handler from possible injury and environmental conditions that could be detrimental to their health and well-being. It is important that …
South Africa has a diverse population and is a third world country, and its economy is considered a dichotomy. One part of the population lives in extreme poverty with no to little access to clean water and sanitation. The other lives in relative comfort and has access to clean water …
Prohibition is the official act of denying, disallowing or preventing a person or an entity from carrying out specific activities. In terms of Regulation R638 of 2018, a prohibition on the handling and transportation of food may be issued by Environmental Health Inspectors (EHI). They may decide to issue a …
How do I achieve BRCGS Food Safety certification? BRCGS Certification is usually considered extremely difficult, but it is not as difficult as most food industry organisations make it out to be. The BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety ensures effective management and assurance of product safety, quality, legality, and integrity. …
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GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody (CoC) certification is and what the audit entails? We explain the fundamentals and give audit tips.
Food poisoning is a major problem in many parts of the world, and millions of people get sick because of contaminated food. Prevention of potential contamination with pathogens is a necessary measure to ensure consumer safety. In some cases, food poisoning can be fatal. This will be dependent on the …
Food poisoning occurs when food is contaminated with microorganisms that produce toxins leading to illnesses. To ensure the food is safe, the consumer has a responsibility to take necessary precautions to prevent food poisoning. Below are the 10 tips to prevent food poisoning: 1. Separate food The first thing one …
It is the festive season and almost everyone is in a jolly mood! During this time, most of us feast like there is no tomorrow. There is an abundance of delicious meals everywhere. It is, after all, a season to be merry! It’s also the perfect storm for food poisoning …
There are no consumers who wittingly buy food that will either injure or cause a foodborne illness. Consumers trust food manufacturers that they have taken all necessary steps to ensure that the food sold to them is safe and meets their expectations. In this article, HACCP will be briefly discussed, …
Senior management commitment is a requirement for any successful business venture; be it the food industry, pharmaceuticals, an engineering firm, an advertising firm, or any other institution. There is no business initiative that could be a success without the commitment of senior leadership. The same applies to the implementation of …
Our step-by-step guide to get GLOBALG.A.P. Certification. We’re here to guide you through the process and ensure a seamless certification experience.
