od that is ordinarily consumed in the same state in which it is sold. This does not include nuts in the shell and whole, raw fruits or vegetables that are intended for hulling, peeling or washing by the consumer.

Commonly known as germs, bacteria are microorganisms found in and on food, people, surfaces, untreated water, dirt, soil, plants, animals and pests.

Calibration

(Adjective) Free from visible matter, such as food waste, dust, dirt, grease and other contamination and free from objectionable odour. (Verb) The action of making equipment, utensils, crockery and so on in a condition free from visible matter and odours.

A schedule or list of the cleaning arrangements. It sets out the activities carried out throughout the premises and in relation to equipment, including how often cleaning is to be done and how it is to be carried out (for example, chemicals and equipment required). If your business transports food, it would also include the cleaning of transport co [..]

An organisation or group that sells food solely for the purposes of raising funds for charity, or which is a not-for-profit body.

Some chemical cleaning solutions must be in contact with a surface or equipment for a certain amount of time to work effectively, remove dirt or kill bacteria. Check with your chemical supplier.

Biological, chemical or physical matter that may lead to a food safety risk (for example, physical matter such as glass in food) or an allergen.

The introduction or occurrence of a contaminant in food.

To lower the temperature.