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Packed vs. fresh foods
| Type | Examples | Legal meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Packed | Candy boxes, jam, juices, spices | Full label required under LMIV |
| Fresh | Bread, vegetables, meat, open cheese | Requires storage, cooling, hygiene, documented source |
Key requirements from food authority:
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Registration under VO (EC) No. 852/2004 → mandatory with local food authority, even for packed goods.
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Hygiene training → certificate from health office, renewed internally yearly.
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HACCP plan → documented control of cooling, hygiene, risk points.
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Labels (LMIV) → product name, ingredients, best-before date, weight, producer address, allergens.
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Hygiene → hot water sinks, fridges ≤ +7 °C, separation of raw/cooked, cleanable surfaces.
Inspection checklist:
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Hygiene training certificate
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Registration certificate
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HACCP plan
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Food labels
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Daily cooling records
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Cleaning plan
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Supplier invoices
Practical notes:
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Register before selling any food, even homemade honey.
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Wash hands regularly, provide soap + paper towels.
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Fridges with thermometer, record temps daily.
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No cameras in food prep areas (GDPR).
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Keep all purchase invoices.
