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In the UK, the frequency of Legionella testing and monitoring depends on the type of water system, risk assessment findings, […]
In the UK, the frequency of Legionella testing and monitoring depends on the type of water system, risk assessment findings, […]
Running a care home means carrying the weight of other people’s wellbeing, day in and day out. Food safety isn’t
When it comes to food safety in care homes, the smallest slip-up can have devastating consequences. Vulnerable residents—elderly people, those
Food safety is one of those things you never want to leave to chance. At Guardstar, we’ve always believed that
In December 2024 NHS Care Homes suffered three deaths as a result of listeria poisoning. The deaths were investigated as
In a significant achievement for food safety education and digital innovation, GuardStar’s food safety blog has earned its place among
If you run a café, restaurant, or pub, you know the drill: food safety isn’t just a box to tick,
An Indian restaurant in Uxbridge has been fined more than £40,000 after a customer was hospitalised with a severe allergic
In the fast-paced food hospitality industry, maintaining rigorous food safety standards whilst managing day-to-day operations can be a challenging balancing
Gone are the days when restaurants could quietly sweep food hygiene concerns under the rug. With giants like Deliveroo and
Based on consumer behaviour research a poor UK food hygiene rating would have a significant negative impact on Christmas and
The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS) was launched in November 2010 by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and ratings became
Sometimes, even the brightest stars can lose their shine. That’s the case for The Sportsman, a Michelin-starred gastropub in Seasalter,
The 5 C’s of food safety are essential for compliance with UK food safety laws. These are fundamental principles that
Running a food business in the UK isn’t just about creating delicious dishes – it’s about keeping your customers safe
Britain’s has some 17,600 care homes, with many not realising the requirements for food safety laws in the UK. Recent
A troubling investigation has uncovered that thousands of UK restaurants are operating with failing food hygiene ratings, raising serious concerns
In a world where food safety is paramount and a dreaded zero or one star hygiene rating can be front
Yes, drinks businesses in the UK absolutely need a food safety management system based on HACCP principles – it’s a
In a stomach-turning revelation that reads like an urban legend, health inspectors discovered what appeared to be a deep-fried rat
In a exposé by the BBC, businesses across London have been caught deliberately misleading customers about their food hygiene ratings,
In a concerning trend in December so far local food safety inspectors have given numerous restaruants and cafes low hygiene
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to a transformative force across various industries. Among its many
Maintaining high standards of food safety is paramount in 2024 to avoid adverse publicity and meet the demands of discerning
In the world of hospitality, maintaining food safety is not just a priority; it’s a necessity. Restaurant and café owners
We’ve worked in the food industry for over 10 years. Visiting restaurants we’ve witnessed many businesses fail with food hygiene
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems play a pivotal role in ensuring that food products are safe for
In the UK, Europe and EU all food businesses, including restaurants, cafes, and all premises involved in the preparation and
Is it easy to set up? Yes, the GuardStar Food Safety System is designed for easy setup. The system includes
London’s Food Hygiene Ratings: A Mixed Bag Across Boroughs In a recent report released by High Speed Training, London’s food
Digital AI technology means food safety can be made easier, simpler and more accurate. Traditional methods, like the “Safer Food
In the UK, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) is responsible for the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme, often referred to as
Newspaper stories about restaurants, cafes and hotels with bad food hygiene ratings now feature on a weekly basis in local
Since 2008 the Food Hygiene Rating System has been used to rank all establishments that handle food on a scale
We’re pleased to launch Guard Star a digital food hygiene diary app with checklists, corrective actions, temperatures & more. Helping UK
Automated Fridge and Freezer temperature monitoring GuardStar bluetooth wireless sensors remotely monitor and log temperatures of walk-in freezers, reach-in fridges,