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Why caterers MUST have separate hand washing facilities – NCASS
Jan
Hand hygiene for street food and outside catering businesses
There’s a clear message for anyone operating a mobile, street food or outside catering business according to the Nationwide Caterer’s Association (NCASS) – you need a hand wash unit.
NCASS emphasise that “the legislation is very clear on hand washing when operating ANY food business. It states that:
- “A separate hand washing facility must be provided. It must have hot and cold (or appropriately mixed running water).
- “Alcohol gels are not acceptable on their own but can be used in addition to a hand washing system”.
5 reasons why you need a hand washing unit
NCASS have listed five compelling reasons why mobile caterers need a mobile sink.
- “It’s a legal obligation
- “You’re less likely to give someone food poisoning (and therefore not go to prison and/or pay a fine)
- “You won’t get a good Food Hygiene Rating score
- “It makes customers more likely to buy your food (and therefore you’ll make more money!)
- “It improves the image of the industry”
Read “5 Reasons why you need a hand washing unit” »
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