Welcome to HACCPwise Consulting’s Guide to Australian Food Safety Standards

In Australia, ensuring your food and beverage products meet local safety and labeling regulations is crucial. Below, we’ve outlined the key FSANZ (Food Standards Australia New Zealand) requirements that every local business should know:

This includes general food safety programs, hygiene requirements, and specific standards for different food sectors. For businesses dealing with food,

At HACCPwise Consulting, we support Australian food and beverage manufacturers, cafés, commercial kitchens and beverage producers to meet FSANZ food safety standards, labelling compliance requirements, and recall obligations with confidence.

If you are producing, packing, importing, or selling food in Australia, you are legally required to comply with the Food Standards Australia New Zealand Code (FSANZ) and relevant state health authority regulations. This page provides a practical overview of the key requirements and how HACCPwise Consulting can support your business.

Food Safety Requirements in Australia

All food businesses in Australia must operate under Food Safety Standard 3.2.2 and 3.2.3, which cover food safety practices, hygiene, premises, equipment and staff competency.

Key food safety obligations include:

• Implementing a documented HACCP-based food safety system

• Controlling biological, chemical and physical hazards

• Maintaining cleaning, sanitation and pest control programs

• Ensuring staff are trained in food safety and hygiene

• Managing allergens correctly at every stage of production

• Maintaining full traceability and batch control

• Verifying food safety through written records and internal audits

For manufacturers and processors, your HACCP system must be validated, verified and routinely reviewed to ensure it remains effective.

HACCPwise Consulting supports businesses across Australia with:

• HACCP development and validation

• SQF and BRC implementation

• Internal audits and audit preparation

• Corrective action systems

• Verification and record control

• Food safety culture development