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Research report

FROST: Fridge Recording Over Set Time

Guidance

E Coli Classification Protocol

This classification protocol is intended to give direction on the classification of shellfish harvesting areas programme run by Food Standards Scotland under Regulation (EC) 854/2004.

Legislation and Regulation

​Scottish Food Law Guide

This document lists food law applicable in Scotland. It is not and nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal advice in relation to the law as it applies

Guidance

​Eat safe guidance

Guidance on the operation of the Eat Safe Award Scheme for Scotland

Guidance

​Meat hygiene charges guidance

Publication

Radioactivity in Food and the Environment (RIFE) report 2023

The Radioactivity in Food and the Environment (RIFE) report is an annual report that details sampling and analysis carried out by UK authorities on levels of radioactive substances in food and the environment.

Guidance

​Home slaughter

This guidance is for keepers of animals who slaughter livestock on farm.

Guidance

​Certificate of Competence – guidance, forms and assessment packs (Scotland)

Certificates of Competence replace 'slaughterman’ licences issued under the Welfare of Animals (slaughter or killing) Regulations.

Guidance

Food allergen labelling and information requirements technical guidance

This publication aims to help food businesses follow allergen information and, where required, labelling requirements. It will also help authorised food officers enforce these measures.