Research

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Food Safety Supervisor Requirement Research
In May 2001 the Victoria Food Act (1984) was amended.  The amendments required every Victorian food business to nominate someone to be their food safety supervisor (FSS) when they submit their Food Safety Program.  As well, the Australian New Zealand Food Safety Standards require every food business to make sure that their food handlers have the skills and knowledge of food safety and hygiene for the work they do.  This requirement came into effect on 24 February 2002.

Microbiological research
Research into bacterial risks in foods prepared by food businesses.

Research reports included here:

• Freshly squeezed fruit juice survey
• Survey of Kebabs
• Microbe growth in custard and cream products
• Cleanliness survey of food contact surfaces in the food industry
• Effectiveness of hands free vs manual wash hand basins
• Assessment of the Public Health Risk Associated with the simultaneous handling of food and money in the food industry
• Home Delivery of Perishable Foods Project
• Sushi and Asian meat temperature control

Toxins and allergies research
Research into toxins or chemicals that may be present in foods.

Report included here:

• Histamines in fish

Consumer research
Research into consumer and food industry awareness, knowledge and attitudes to food safety issues.

Reports included here:

• Consumer Awareness and Knowledge Tracking Study
• Consumer food safety confidence survey
• Consumer food safety point-of-sale information investigation
• Melbourne City Council Consumers Food Safety Education

Food business research
Research into the Skills, Knowledge and business practices of Victorian Food Businesses.

Reports included here:

• Evaluation of business food safety information resources and information needs
• Food Safety Practices in Victorian Businesses Research Series
• Food Handlers Skills, Knowledge and Training Research Series

Workforce research
Reports included here:

• Environmental Health Officer Workforce Review
• Information Sheet: Food Act Authorised Officer Development Project

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