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Food Safety Articles

Explore authoritative articles from ASC Food Safety Consultants covering food safety, HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, food hygiene, food law, foodborne illness, environmental health, auditing, compliance and public health in South Africa. This premium archive helps readers, businesses, regulators and food sector teams find practical and current content quickly.

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BRCGS Senior Management Commitment FSMS - BRCGS
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Senior management commitment is a requirement for any successful business venture; be it the food industry, pharmaceuticals, an engineering firm, an advertising firm, or...

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7 Steps on How to Start a Legally Compliant Food Business in South Africa Startup Food Business Resources
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Do you consider starting a food business in South Africa? This article discusses the steps to take and the regulations to consider. It emphasises the importance of following food safety regulations. A key step is to obtain a Certificate of Acceptability (COA) which requires an inspection of your premises by an environmental health inspector. We also discuss other relevant legislation and the staff training requirements as per Regulations R638. You are welcome to join our very popular free webinar.

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Quick summary

The ASC Food Safety blog publishes articles on food safety, HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, food hygiene, auditing, food law, public health and compliance in South Africa. It is for food business owners, QA and QC professionals, food handlers and students who want practical, current guidance from accredited food safety experts. Updated regularly by ASC Food Safety Consultants. Read the latest articles to stay informed and compliant.

Key facts

  • Covers: food safety, HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, hygiene, auditing, food law and public health
  • Audience: food business owners, QA/QC professionals, food handlers and students
  • Focus: South African food industry context and compliance
  • Author: ASC Food Safety Consultants' expert team
  • Access: free articles, updated regularly

Frequently asked questions

What topics does the ASC Food Safety blog cover?

The South African food safety blog covers HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, BRCGS, GLOBALG.A.P., food hygiene, internal and supplier auditing, food law and Regulation R638, public health, environmental health and broader compliance topics. Articles translate standards and legislation into practical guidance for food businesses, QA teams and food handlers working in the South African food industry.

Is the ASC Food Safety blog free to read?

Yes. All blog articles are free to read. The blog is part of ASC Food Safety Consultants' free resources, designed to help food businesses, professionals and students stay informed about food safety best practice, standards updates and compliance requirements in South Africa, without any subscription or payment.

How often is the food safety blog updated?

ASC publishes new food safety articles regularly, covering standards updates, regulatory changes, seasonal hygiene risks and practical how-to guidance. Following the blog is a useful way for South African food businesses and QA professionals to keep up with developments in HACCP, FSSC 22000, ISO 22000 and food law, and to pick up actionable tips between formal training.

Who writes the articles on the ASC Food Safety blog?

Articles are written by ASC Food Safety Consultants' team of food safety specialists, auditors and trainers, drawing on hands-on experience implementing HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000 and BRCGS systems across South Africa. This means the content reflects current standards and real-world implementation challenges faced by local food businesses, not just theory.

Can I use the blog to prepare for food safety certification?

The blog is a helpful starting point for understanding standards such as FSSC 22000, ISO 22000 and BRCGS and what certification involves. For full preparation, combine it with ASC's accredited training, editable FSMS document toolkits and consulting support, which provide the structured guidance and documentation needed to achieve audit and certification readiness in South Africa.

Does the blog cover South African food legislation?

Yes. The blog regularly addresses South African food safety legislation, including Regulation R638 governing general hygiene requirements for food premises, agricultural product standards and meat safety law. Articles explain what these requirements mean in practice for food handlers, persons in charge and food businesses, helping readers understand and meet their legal obligations.

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