Australian Food Safety Week

The information in this Article is provided by the Food Safety Information Council.
Australian Food Safety Week 2009 will be held 9-15 November 2009, and is the major activity of the Food Safety Information Council.

The theme, this year, is ‘Safe food – smart and great value’. It will focus on food safety in the light of Australians now cooking and entertaining more at home, and seeking good value. Smart shopping, storing and cooking will be highlighted.

The Food Safety Information Council (FSIC) is a not for profit group with members from State and Federal governments to individuals. It is heavily supported by the Department of Health and Ageing.

The FSIC and it’s members are dedicated to providing information to assist consumers in reducing the estimated 5.4 million cases of food poisoning in Australia every year.
This information is readily available on the Council’s website www.foodsafety.asn.au.

All information is carefully reviewed by the FSIC’s Technical Group to ensure it is accurate, current and easy to understand.

If you are organising an event or activity to promote food safety during Australian Food Safety Week 2009, let the FSIC know so they can let others know as well. Simply email the details of the event or activity to foodsafety@ozemail.com.au