5 Elements of HACCP-Compliant Food Service Uniforms
Rightfully so, the food service industry has high standards
for the
cleanliness
of employees and health of those that they serve. Specifically, when it comes
to clothing and uniforms, what food service professionals wear is a major
component to creating a fully hygienic environment. Hazard analysis and
critical control points, better known as HACCP, are a system that helps
businesses in the industry maintain safety from biological, chemical, and
physical hazards. For the protection and safety of employees and the health of
customers, there are five essential elements that uniforms must feature.
Snaps Instead of Buttons
Clothing that uses snaps to close instead of buttons is
ideal for the food service industry. They are much less likely to become loose
and fall off as buttons often do. A loose button could become a hazard by
falling and becoming a slipping hazard, collection germs and other bacteria
from your surroundings, or even falling into the food itself. Snaps are much
easier to clean and make the garments easier to get into and out of in case of
an emergency.
Garments That Fit Well
It’s important that the food service
uniform
be well fitted to the employee to aid with efficient and safe
movement. They are also more comfortable and help prevent spills from garments
that are too long or too loose.
Garments Without Pockets
It may seem like an odd detail, but uniforms without pockets
help rid the workspace of unnecessary and unhealthy contamination. Without
pockets, it eliminates the opportunity for employees to store personal items on
their person during their shift.
Durable Fabrics
Garments that can withstand frequent washings are ideal for
the food service industry. In addition, using heavy-duty materials means that
employees will be safer in their environment as they’ll remain covered at all
times.
Slip-Resistant Shoes
Non-slip shoes are essential for work in the food service
industry. As spills, grease, and moisture in the air will cause the floor and
other surfaces to become slippery, shoes that are made to withstand those
conditions are essential to the safety of employees and overall sanitation of
the workplace.
Food Service Uniforms from Chesapeake Uniform
Chesapeake Uniform has been providing uniform rental services
for over 30 years to the following areas
:
· Maryland
· Delaware
· Washington DC
· Southern Pennsylvania
· Northern Virginia
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