HACCP Certified

Restaurant Cleaning Compliance Guide for Melbourne

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Food Safety Critical Summary

  • • 5,400 foodborne illness cases occur annually in Melbourne
  • • 90% are preventable with proper cleaning protocols
  • • Fines range $500-$50,000 for compliance violations
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4 February 2025
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Food Safety Regulatory Framework

Understanding the regulatory authorities that govern Melbourne restaurant cleaning and food safety

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)

  • Food Standards Code - National food safety standards
  • Mandatory HACCP-based systems for high-risk operations
  • Consumer protection and labeling requirements
  • Incident response and emergency management

Victorian State Regulations

  • Food Act 1984 (Vic) - State food safety legislation
  • Local government enforcement through councils
  • Business registration and licensing requirements
  • Penalty framework up to $50,000 for violations

Seven HACCP Principles

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points system for comprehensive food safety management

1

Hazard Analysis

Identify biological, chemical, and physical hazards in food operations

2

Critical Control Points

Determine points where hazards can be controlled or eliminated

3

Critical Limits

Establish measurable criteria for controlling hazards

4

Monitoring Procedures

Develop systems to monitor critical control points

5

Corrective Actions

Define steps when critical limits are exceeded

6

Verification

Confirm the HACCP system is working effectively

7

Record Keeping

Maintain documentation of the HACCP system

Commercial Kitchen Cleaning Protocols

Daily cleaning requirements for food preparation and cooking areas

Food Preparation Areas

  • Cutting boards and prep surfaces - Clean and sanitize after each use
  • Knives and utensils - Wash, rinse, sanitize between different foods
  • Mixing bowls and containers - Complete wash, rinse, sanitize cycle
  • Scales and measurement tools - Clean and sanitize daily
  • Can openers and small equipment - Disassemble, clean, sanitize
  • Work surface areas - Clean and sanitize between tasks

Cooking Equipment

  • Grills and griddles - Clean cooking surfaces and grease management
  • Fryers - Filter oil, clean baskets, wipe external surfaces
  • Ovens and ranges - Clean spills, check pilot lights, sanitize controls
  • Steam tables and warmers - Empty, clean, sanitize food contact surfaces
  • Microwave ovens - Clean interior and exterior, sanitize controls
  • Coffee and beverage equipment - Clean and sanitize all components

Chemical Safety and Sanitizer Effectiveness

Food-safe cleaning products and proper sanitization procedures

Chemical Sanitizers

  • Chlorine solutions - 50-200 ppm concentration for effectiveness
  • Quaternary ammonium - Follow manufacturer concentration guidelines
  • Iodine sanitizers - 12.5-25 ppm for food contact surfaces
  • Test strip verification - Regular concentration testing

Hot Water Sanitizing

  • Temperature verification - 180°F (82°C) minimum at dish surface
  • Thermometer calibration - Regular temperature measurement accuracy
  • Equipment maintenance - Hot water system maintenance and repair
  • Safety procedures - Staff protection from hot water hazards

Professional Restaurant Cleaning

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Complete Food Safety Solution

HACCP-compliant cleaning protocols
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