Food Safety Regulation
/ˈfuːd ˈseɪfti ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal rules and standards established to ensure the safety and wholesomeness of food products to protect public health.
The new food safety regulation requires mandatory inspections of all food processing facilities.
- (n.) Governmental policies or statutes aimed at controlling the contamination and labeling of food items to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Effective food safety regulation helps prevent outbreaks of food poisoning.
Forms
- food safety regulation
- food safety regulations
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Commentary
Food safety regulation is a multi-faceted legal concept encompassing statutory, administrative, and sometimes international controls aimed at ensuring food products are safe for consumption.
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