Australian Institute of Food Safety

EOFY is the perfect time to tick Food Safety training off your to-do list .

Whether you're starting a new role, refreshing your knowledge or ensuring your team stays compliant, our nationally recognised courses are online and available across all Australian states.

Get 10% off all AIFS courses when you enrol before 30 June. Use code EOFY2026 at checkout.

Invest in your skills today and set yourself up for success in the new financial year. ✔️

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Young children are particularly vulnerable to food-borne illness. Their immune systems are still developing - and in group care settings, contamination can affect multiple children quickly.

Under Australian food safety standards, childcare centres that handle unpackaged or ready-to-eat food are required to:

- Appoint a certified Food Safety Supervisor (FSS)
- Ensure all food-handling staff complete accredited food safety training
- Keep records that demonstrate safe food practices

AIFS is a preferred supplier for Early Learning Australia (ELA), delivering food safety training that is online, self-paced and FSANZ Standard 3.2.2A compliant - with group enrolment options available for your whole team.

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Happy National Cheese Day! 🧀

From cheddar to brie, mozzarella to gouda, cheese has earned its place as one of the world's most beloved foods. Did you know that Pizza Hut uses more cheese than any other fast food chain? That's a lot of mozzarella! 🍕

Whether you're enjoying a cheese board, a grilled cheese sandwich or your favourite pizza, today is the perfect excuse to celebrate.

As always, proper storage and handling help keep cheese safe and delicious. ✅

EOFY is almost here, and it's the perfect time to invest in your food safety training.

AIFS courses are nationally recognised, available online and can be claimed as a tax-deductible business expense before 30 June.

Don't let the financial year close without making the most of your training budget. Use code EOFY2026 at checkout for 10% off. Enrol online before 30 June.

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Did you know Australian food businesses are legally required to have a certified Food Safety Supervisor on staff?

One food safety mistake can damage customer trust, lead to fines, or even shut down a business temporarily. A certified Food Safety Supervisor helps teams reduce risks, improve hygiene practices, and create safer dining experiences for customers, while supporting compliance with food safety standards.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your resume, move into leadership, or build confidence managing food handling procedures, the right training can open new opportunities across the industry.

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We’re proud to partner with Early Learning Australia to support safer childcare environments across the country.

When it comes to childcare, food safety is about more than compliance. It’s about protecting some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

Approximately 10% of infants and 8% of children experience food allergies, making food safety critical every single day in Early Learning Facilities.

From safe preparation and storage to allergen awareness and staff training, every step plays a role in keeping children safe and building trust with families.

At AIFS, we believe proper training isn’t just about meeting requirements. It’s about genuinely protecting the children in your care.

Learn how we can help: https://hubs.li/Q04hK0ws0

It's Allergy Awareness Week and in food service, the steps you take before a dish leaves the kitchen matter more than most people realise. 🌿

Whether you're a seasoned Food Handler or just starting out, these four checks could protect a customer from a serious allergic reaction.

Save this and share it with your team before your next shift.

Running a food truck in Australia?

You're taking on serious responsibility - and there are specific food safety rules you need to know. Temperature control, hand hygiene, training and certification are just some of your responsibilities as a food truck operator.

Don't panic - we've put together a complete guide. Whether you're a new startup or already operating, understanding these food safety requirements will help you keep your customers safe and your business compliant.

➡️ Read the full guide – https://hubs.li/Q04f2fDf0

We're excited to announce our partnership with Early Learning Australia (ELA).

Early Learning Facilities have a critical responsibility when it comes to food safety. Centres must meet food safety compliance standards, and with children among the most vulnerable to food-borne illness, getting this right matters.

Through this partnership, we're making it easier for ELF settings across Australia to access nationally recognised training designed specifically for childcare environments, including Food Safety Supervisor certification, Food Handler training and Food Allergen Management.

If your centre is working toward its compliance requirements, we'd love to help.
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If ham products are part of your menu, deli offering or retail stock, this is important to review.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) has issued a recall for Barkly Smokehouse Pty Ltd Lux Ham 1.9kg due to potential microbial contamination.

Affected product:
• Barkly Smokehouse Lux Ham
• Size: 1.9kg

Recalled product should not be consumed, served or sold, even if it appears normal.
What to do:
✔ Check cool rooms, fridges and stock on hand
✔ Do not consume, use, sell or distribute affected product
✔ Follow FSANZ recall advice and return to place of purchase if required

Food recalls play an important role in reducing potential health risks and protecting consumers across food service, retail and home settings.