If you have taken over an existing food premise that is currently registered by Waipa District Council, you need to notify us within 14 Days of the change of ownership. You can expect your premises to be inspected by an Environmental Health Officer on a regular basis, normally twice a year.
A food premises must be either registered by a Local Authority under the Food Hygiene Regulations 1974, or hold a Food Control Plan or Risk Management Plan Approved by the New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA) before food can be sold to the public. If the premises are operated under a Food Control Plan or a Risk Management Plan approved by the New Zealand Food Safety Authority (NZFSA), then you will need to contact the NZFSA. Their contact details can be found at www.nzfsa.govt.nz
The Food Hygiene Regulations 1974 contain the requirements that registered food premises must comply with, including the physical standard of the premises, storage of food and conduct of staff. The information sheet “A guide to the sale of food” summaries the basic obligations placed on food premise operators.
For information on food safety training go to www.wintec.ac.nz
Council generally arranges local training courses once or twice a year. If you have any enquires regarding the operation of a food premises, you can contact Waipa District Council at info@waipadc.govt.nz or by telephoning 0800 924723.