Food Safety
Food safety and compliance audit
“Two members of staff were very happy with the excellent First Aid training they completed last week. They found it very informative especially with the latest information about defibrillators. Thank you to The Health & Safety Dept.“Alba, Beverage Company,
“When questions arise around health and safety, it’s comforting to know I have an expert on hand to help, I don’t have to go and research for the answer or take a guess, I simply pick up the phone and get the answers from the professionals, as The Health & Safety Dept are always available and always respond rapidly with tailored advice and support.”Alan Sanderson, Safe Building Scheme,
“We particularly value the friendliness and responsiveness of the service and are confident that we have protected our organisation from potential risks and liabilities in these important yet complex areas.”
Clear, practical food safety audits that help you stay compliant and confident
Food safety compliance can feel complex, particularly when you’re balancing day‑to‑day operations with legal responsibilities. Our Food Safety and Compliance Audits are designed to give clarity, reassurance and practical next steps — without unnecessary jargon or judgement.
We work with food businesses across the UK, providing independent, professional audits that assess how well your food safety systems are working in practice and where improvements may be needed.
The aim is simple: to help you meet your legal obligations, protect your customers and run your business with confidence.
Why a food safety audit matters
Food businesses have a legal duty to ensure food is prepared, handled and stored safely. A food safety audit helps you understand whether your current processes are effective and compliant with food safety legislation.
Our audits help you to:
1. Identify gaps in food safety procedures
2. Reduce the risk of contamination incidents
3. Prepare for Environmental Health inspections
4. Demonstrate due diligence
5. Protect your reputation and customer trust
For many SME owners, a food safety audit provides valuable reassurance that things are being done properly - or clear guidance on what needs attention.
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What our food safety audits cover
Our food safety and compliance audits are tailored to the size, nature and risk profile of your business.
The audit will typically review:
1. Food safety management systems (including HACCP)
2. Food handling, storage and preparation practices
3. Cleaning and hygiene procedures
4. Temperature controls and monitoring
5. Allergen management
6. Staff training and food safety awareness
7. Documentation and record‑keeping
8. Compliance with current food safety legislation
We focus on what’s actually happening in your business, not just what’s written down.
A supportive, practical approach
We know audits can feel daunting. Our approach is supportive and constructive, not critical.
Explain findings clearly, highlighting what's working well
Provide clear recommendations for improvement
Identify risks in a practical, proportionate way
“Two members of staff were very happy with the excellent First Aid training they completed last week. They found it very informative especially with the latest information about defibrillators. Thank you to The Health & Safety Dept.“Alba, Beverage Company
“When questions arise around health and safety, it’s comforting to know I have an expert on hand to help, I don’t have to go and research for the answer or take a guess, I simply pick up the phone and get the answers from the professionals, as The Health & Safety Dept are always available and always respond rapidly with tailored advice and support.”Alan Sanderson, Safe Building Scheme
“We particularly value the friendliness and responsiveness of the service and are confident that we have protected our organisation from potential risks and liabilities in these important yet complex areas.”
