by AIA Team | Nov 18, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
With Christmas fast approaching, many of us are planning holiday meals. In the excitement of planning the menu, however, people tend to neglect essential safety precautions. Preparing food improperly can lead to serious consequences, such as food poisoning. To keep...
by AIA Team | Nov 4, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
Whether you’re constantly on Facebook or find yourself scrolling through Instagram regularly, you’ve likely come across at least a couple of social media-exclusive food businesses. From luxury chocolate to cake that’s posted through your door, social...
by AIA Team | Oct 19, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
Fish and shellfish are an important part of a healthy diet and offer a range of healthy nutrients, such as protein and omega 3. In fact, some studies have shown that eating fish regularly can help you reduce your risk of heart disease...
by AIA Team | Oct 1, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
Summertime in Australia is often associated with enjoyable outdoor gatherings such as barbecues and picnics. However, it’s also a period commonly associated with foodborne illnesses, as bacteria enjoy the warm weather just as much as we do. Regardless of whether...
by AIA Team | Sep 23, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
Food poisoning affects millions of people worldwide – the latest estimates from the food safety council suggest there are around 4.1 million cases each year. In serious cases, food poisoning can cause severe illness or even death and a sound understanding of food...
by AIA Team | Sep 6, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
The food industry has changed dramatically over the last decade. New technologies are constantly being introduced, and new food safety regulations keep coming into play. It can be challenging to stay up-to-date with all of these changes, but it’s essential to...
by AIA Team | Aug 22, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
As a restaurant or café owner, it’s your duty to store all dry, frozen and refrigerated foods responsibly. If stored incorrectly, the food may spoil, become contaminated and even cause food-borne illnesses in your customers. Have you ever noticed meat, vegetables or...
by AIA Team | Jul 30, 2021 | Food hygiene, Food Safety Learning
Whether you’re storing food in the freezer or refrigerator, you must take steps to ensure you do so safely. Your ultimate goal is to prevent the growth of harmful foodborne microorganisms. Chilling foods at the appropriate temperature is one of the most effective ways...
by AIA Team | Jul 16, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
Uncooked poultry can contain extremely harmful bacteria such as Listeria, Salmonella, Campylobacter and E. coli, which may cause food poisoning if consumed. Salmonella and Campylobacter naturally occur within a variety of foods, such as meat, eggs, vegetables, and...
by AIA Team | Jun 29, 2021 | Food Safety Learning
With much of the world re-opening slowly, big life events like weddings are starting to return to the average calendar. Whether it’s a small, intimate event or a massive party for friends and family, weddings are one of the most significant events for caterers...
