CookSafe Guide

CookSafe helps catering businesses in Scotland understand and implement HACCP-based systems

CookSafe manual for catering businesses

Everyone involved in the food industry is aware of the importance of good food hygiene practices and of the need to handle food in a safe, clean environment.

CookSafe helps catering businesses in Scotland understand and implement HACCP-based systems. By reading this manual and following the instructions, you will be able to develop HACCP-based procedures that fit your needs.

You can view the manual online or download:

  • the complete CookSafe manual,
  • parts of the House Rules section, or
  • individual records information

How the manual can help you

CookSafe is split into 5 sections as follows:

1. Introduction Section

Contains guidance on the HACCP terms used in this manual

2. Flow Diagram Section

Provides guidance and a template for you to draw your own Flow Diagram

3. HACCP Charts Section

Shows you what could go wrong at each process step and what you need to do about it. Guidance and examples are provided for you to consider in relation to your business

4. House Rules Section

Contains guidance and templates to help you write your own House Rules building on your day-to-day safe working practices.

CookSafe in other languages

Did you find this helpful? We would love to hear from you.
Thank you for your feedback!