Applying industrial safety climate theories to food hygiene and safety management in food service industry

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice about Food Hygiene and Safety among Food Catering Staff in Yazd

Introduction: Observance of food hygiene and safety by the staff working in the food supply and distribution sector is one of the most important factors in prevention of foodborne diseases. However, considering the inadequate knowledge and inappropriate performance of the staff, we are faced with many epidemics of food poisoning. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the knowledge, a...

Food Safety Knowledge, Attitude, and Hygiene Practices among Veterinary Medicine Students in Shiraz University, Iran

Background: Global occurrence of foodborne illnesses is of public health importance in both developed and developing countries. This study aimed to assess the food safety knowledge, attitude, and hygiene practices (KAP) among veterinary medicine students in Shiraz University. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted from April to June 2017 using structured questionnaires on food safety...

Report: “Food Hygiene and Safety” Session Was Held in Yazd, Iran in 30 November 2017

Announcement of a Session on “Food Hygiene and Safety” in Yazd, Iranian Historical City

Equivalence in Food Safety Management

Food safety has long been recognised as a mandatory requirement in the production and marketing of foods. Traditional approaches to food safety management have relied upon end product sampling and laboratory testing. Detailed procedures were developed to set specifications for foods in regard to chemical and microbiological levels, and also levels of physical contamination. Such specifications ...