Food Safety Direct Limited

19/08/2026

Food hygiene inspection reports can sometimes feel like they come with their own language. 🧐

HACCP, CCP, FSMS, corrective actions, due diligence, structural compliance… but what do all these terms actually mean?

We’ve put together a practical guide explaining the terminology UK food businesses are likely to come across during food hygiene inspections, and what it means in practice.

A useful reference whether you run a restaurant, café, takeaway, catering business or other food operation. 👇

https://www.foodsafetydirect.co.uk/blogs/news-offers-insights/understanding-food-hygiene-inspection-terminology-a-guide-to-the-terms-every-uk-food-business-should-know

A food hygiene inspection can involve a surprising amount of terminology. An Environmental Health Officer or Food Safety Officer may talk about HACCP, critical control points, cross-contamination, due diligence, corrective actions or your food safety management system. Understanding these terms is i...

07/08/2026

🥼 Introducing our new range of Premium Howie Lab Coats!

Designed for modern laboratories, food production facilities and healthcare environments, our premium range offers more choice than ever before:

✅ 9 colours

✅ 3 lengths: Regular (42"), Tall (44") and Extra Tall (46")

✅ 13 chest sizes, from 30" to 54"

✅ Optional text and logo embroidery

Whether you're outfitting a single team member or an entire department, our Premium Howie coats combine comfort, protection and a professional appearance.

Read our latest blog to discover the full range and find the right fit for your workplace: 🔬

https://www.foodsafetydirect.co.uk/blogs/news-offers-insights/premium-howie-lab-coats-more-colours-more-sizes-and-a-better-fit-for-modern-laboratories

For decades, the Howie lab coat has been the garment of choice for laboratories, research facilities, pharmaceutical environments and food production settings. Designed with safety, hygiene and practicality in mind, Howie coats remain an essential piece of protective clothing for professionals worki...

05/08/2026

🎓 Starting university this autumn and not sure which lab coat to choose?

Men's, women's or unisex? Fitted or relaxed? With so many styles and sizes available, finding the right laboratory coat for your course can be confusing.

Our latest guide covers:

🥼 The differences between men's, women's and unisex lab coats

📏 Why sizing matters, from standard S–5XL ranges to coats available in 16 individual chest sizes

🔬 Which styles are best for medicine, chemistry and other science courses

✅ Practical advice on comfort, fit and choosing the right coat for university

Read the full guide here:

https://www.foodsafetydirect.co.uk/blogs/news-offers-insights/mens-womens-or-unisex-lab-coats-which-is-best-for-university

Starting university often means purchasing equipment that you've never had to think about before, and for science and medical students, one of the most important decisions is choosing the right laboratory coat. With men's, women's and unisex options available in a variety of styles and fits, it can....

04/08/2026

🎓 Heading to university this year?

If you're studying medicine, chemistry, biology, pharmacy, dentistry or another science-based subject, you'll probably need more than just textbooks and stationery! 🥼🔬

Our latest guide covers everything you need to know about choosing the right university lab coat, including:

• Standard lab coats, Howie coats and cuffed lab coats
• Men's, women's and unisex styles
• Personalised embroidery options
• Safety goggles and laboratory PPE
• Tips for choosing the right coat for your course

Whether you're starting your first year or returning for another term, make sure you're prepared for your next practical session.

Read the full guide here:

Starting university is an exciting time, but if you're studying medicine, chemistry, biology, pharmacy, dentistry or another science-based subject, you'll quickly discover that a laboratory coat is an essential part of your equipment. With men's, women's and unisex styles available, alongside option...

04/06/2026

Most food handlers know they should wash their hands, but knowing when to wash them is just as important as knowing how.

In our latest blog, we explore the concept of the 5 Moments of Hand Hygiene and how these principles can be applied to food preparation environments to help reduce contamination risks, improve food safety standards, and protect customers.

You'll also discover:
✅ The key moments food handlers should wash their hands
✅ Why cross-contamination still occurs despite handwashing policies
✅ The areas most commonly missed during handwashing
✅ The correct handwashing technique for food preparation environments

Read the full article here:
https://www.foodsafetydirect.co.uk/blogs/news-offers-insights/the-5-moments-of-hand-hygiene-why-proper-handwashing-remains-one-of-food-safetys-most-powerful-controls

03/06/2026

We're currently experiencing an issue affecting our website due to a wider Shopify platform outage.

If you're seeing a message saying "This store does not exist", please don't worry – Food Safety Direct is very much open and operating as normal.

Our team is still available, orders are still being processed, and we're monitoring the situation closely while Shopify works to restore service.

If you need assistance, please contact us directly by phone or email and we'll be happy to help.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

02/06/2026

Would your cross contamination controls stand up to a food safety inspection tomorrow?

Cross contamination remains one of the most common food safety risks across commercial kitchens, catering operations, and food preparation environments. The challenge is that contamination often occurs during the busiest periods, when staff are handling multiple tasks and moving quickly between work areas.

Simple controls such as colour coding, equipment separation, staff awareness, and clear HACCP procedures can help reduce risks and support stronger food safety standards.

As part of our World Food Safety Day series, we've explored why cross contamination remains one of the most important areas of food safety management.

Read the full article here:
https://www.foodsafetydirect.co.uk/blogs/news-offers-insights/how-would-you-rate-in-a-food-safety-inspection-tomorrow-for-cross-contamination-controls

Cross contamination remains one of the most common food safety risks across commercial kitchens, catering operations, food production facilities, and food preparation environments. While many businesses understand the importance of food hygiene, preventing contamination often becomes more challengin...

20/05/2026

Where would you rate if inspected tomorrow?

A lot of food businesses think they would be higher than satisfactory. So understanding why some businesses drop below a 3 helps to prevent problems before they start.

The most common failures that can mark you down are:
🦠 Cross contamination
🌡 Temperature control problems
🤝 Poor hygiene controls
♻ General cleanliness of the kitchen & work area.

All very preventable!

👀 Where would you rate today?