Responsibilities are outlined in the Food Safety Act and Food Premises Regulation.
Guidance shown below was developed during COVID-19
Washing your hands after handling returned beverage containers and reusable food containers will minimize spread of infectious diseases, such as norovirus and COVID. Further information about reusable containers, now acceptable at food premises when requirements are met, are found on the Ministry of Health site.
For guidelines on retail meat operations, see Meat, Poultry & Eggs Guidelines.
For guidelines on retail fish operations, see Fish & Shellfish Processing Plant Guidelines.