As you are no doubt aware, the new draft National Hygiene Standards launched by ANZFA has meant that the introduction of HACCP to the hospitality and related food manufacturing industries has commenced mainly driven by the supply sector.

The HACCP system is an internationally recognised food management control system designed for both small and large businesses alike. Whether you are in the process of manufacture, processing, cooking or serving food, your business will need the HACCP system. Already 150 countries worldwide have accepted the legislative changes to their food safety systems and adopted the principals of the HACCP system.

Now, the food regulatory bodies in Australia and New Zealand have adopted the HACCP system as the preferred system to control/eliminate food borne illness, and as a food management control system equal to ISO 9000 series best practice quality management, for the food industry. Over the past few years many food manufacturers and retailers have been proactive in introducing the HACCP system in an effort to raise the standard of food controls/hygiene and best management practice. As, without the system they are not in a position to supply their products on a local, national and international level.

The proactive approach of these industries is indicative of their acceptance of the system for its professionalism and manageability even before the impending legislation passes through parliament. Furthermore, they are not only maintaining current supply contracts, they are gaining ground on the competition, as without the system in place they are not able to supply to other business who have implemented the HACCP system.

To maintain your current status as a preferred supplier within your field of expertise, DPA advise you to take action now, rather than later and be ahead of the competition. Having been in the hospitality and food related industry for over 20 years DPA understand that you are in your business to organise and manage your business. The extra workload incurred for you to implement the system would more than likely be unmanageable.

Basic training in food safe (a prerequisite for all your food handlers) to training the HACCP team within your workforce, and full provision of all administrative manuals and logbooks, (mandatory requirements of the HACCP legislation) are the areas of our expertise. No matter what the size or nature of your business, DPA can assist you with the implementation of HACCP. DPA can take you through all of the necessary steps to successfully incorporate the HACCP system into your premises, gain the necessary accreditation to remain competitive.

Systems can be built to accommodate ISO 9001-2000 HACCP correlation if required.