Food Safety
/ˈfuːd ˈseɪfti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal standards and practices aimed at ensuring food is safe for consumption to protect public health.
The company was fined for violating food safety regulations by distributing contaminated products.
- (n.) The body of laws and regulations governing the handling, preparation, and storage of food to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Food safety laws require restaurants to maintain proper hygiene and temperature controls.
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- food safety
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Commentary
Typically treated as an uncountable noun referring broadly to legal and regulatory frameworks governing the safety of food; often involves administrative law and public health considerations.
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