Resources and Useful Links
Also refer to the Resources page of Assured Audits NZ Ltd
Regulatory Websites for Food Businesses
Ministry for Primary Industries
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ)
Food and Drug Administration (US FDA)
Average Quantity System (to meet New Zealand Weights and Measures requirements)
Useful Information
Food Recall and Withdrawal Guidelines (NZ)
Food Safety Hazard Database (NZ)
Good Operating Practices (GOP)
Food Safety Codes of Practice for food businesses (NZ)
Which Microbiological Limits do I use for Food Testing?
Shelf Life Testing Guidelines (NZ)
Allergen Management Guidelines (Australian Food and Grocery Council)
Nutrition Information Panel (NIP) calculator (free)
Woolworths Quality Assurance (WQA) Standards
How to Find a Contract Food Manufacturer/Packer
Food Labelling Software - Zubi (NZ)
Product Information Form (PIF)
Public Recalls of Food Products (NZ)
Cold Chain Guidelines (Australia 2013)
Food Control Plan Template (NZ)
Professional Organizations
New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology
Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology
Institute of Food Technology (USA)