As the Food Authority, we are responsible for enforcing all aspects of food safety law in Hartlepool.
If you are setting up a food business, we can provide free advice to help you meet your legal responsibilities. This includes guidance on:
- food hygiene
- food standards (such as composition and labelling)
- health and safety at work
To request a free advisory visit, email: HBC.CommercialServicesTeam@hartlepool.gov.uk
Your legal responsibilities
Under the Food Safety Act 1990 and related regulations, it is an offence to sell or prepare food that could harm health. As a food business operator, you must:
- follow hygienic working practices
- ensure food is safe to eat
- label food correctly
Running a safe food business
This guidance is designed to help you set up and run a safe food business. However, it is your responsibility to make sure your business complies with the law.
You can find more detailed information on the Food Standards Agency website.
For other food safety queries email: HBC.CommercialServicesTeam@hartlepool.gov.uk