4.5 Staff Facilities
Statement of Intent
Staff facilities shall be sufficient to accommodate the required number of personnel, designed and operated to minimise the risk of product contamination. Such facilities shall be maintained in good and clean condition and meet any applicable legal requirements.
4.5.1 Where loose food is stored toilets shall not open directly into storage areas. All toilets shall be provided with hand washing facilities comprising
• basins with soap and water at a suitable temperature
• adequate hand drying facilities
hand wash signs
4.5.2 Suitable and sufficient hand cleaning facilities shall be provided and easily accessible to staff and where applicable vehicle drivers. Such hand wash facilities may be located within toilet areas.
4.5.3 Where protective clothing is required, designated changing facilities shall be provided for all personnel, whether staff, visitors or contractors, with direct access to handling and storage areas.
4.5.4 Facilities shall be provided for the safe storage of personal items so that such items are not taken into storage areas.
4.5.5 The position of catering facilities, where provided, shall not jeopardise the safety, legality and quality of the product
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5 Vehicle Operating Standards
5.1 Vehicle Standards
Statement of Intent All vehicles used for the transportation of product shall be suitable for the purpose, maintained in good repair and in hygienic condition.
5.1.1 The load carrying area shall be free from loose items, damaged panels or projections which could present a risk of damage to products.