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All UK food businesses are legally required to manage food safety risks using HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) principles. One of these control points is ensuring tableware and kitchen equipment are thoroughly cleaned. As part of this, hot water in sinks and dishwasher …
Cold water swimming can be a great activity for physical and mental health. But it’s also one that should be carried out with care. Water carries heat away from the body much more quickly than air, and a sudden drop in body temperature causes a …
Fire and rescue personnel face a wide variety of extreme, challenging, and unpredictable environments. When responding to a fire-related incident, firefighters layer up in personal protective equipment (PPE) that can weigh in excess of 10kg. Additionally, firefighters may need to add further equipment, such as …
If you’re looking to safeguard your business using up-to-date temperature technology, Bluetooth thermometers are a great way to go. They enable businesses to save time on checks, increase the accuracy of their data and maintain it in an organised, accessible way. This can be a …
Damp and mould is an issue for many households over winter. The most common cause is condensation damp, which is triggered by an increase in moisture and a decrease in ventilation. In this blog, we’ll explain exactly why damp happens, why prevention is key, and …
Monitoring surface temperatures is an important part of managing heating systems. This can include radiators, pipes, and hot water cylinders. There are a few different ways to measure these temperatures, and finding the best one for you can depend on factors such as budget, time …
Hot composting is a great method of breaking down waste to produce nutrient-rich compost. The heat makes it a quicker process than traditional methods of composting, although it can take slightly more effort. In this guide we’ll look at the pros and cons of hot …
Whether you’re a restaurant owner, office manager or home cook, you should be checking your fridge temperatures to ensure your chilled food is safe. Unsure what temperature your fridge should be? Read our fridge/freezer temperature guide to find out. For food businesses, fridges and freezers …
HACCP plans tend to have quite a few temperature requirements, from deliveries and chilled food storage to cooking and hot holding. Each step is key. And while there are lots of digital thermometers on the market which are tailored to each specific check, if there’s …
Like everything, HACCP is going digital, and for good reason. Manually recording temperature readings using a paper log book leaves vast margins for error. Should anyone need to investigate your historical data, it’s hugely time-consuming to navigate. Most of us wouldn’t dream of managing most …