ceda Makes Hygiene Documents Available
In light of the ongoing Covid-19 situation, ceda would like to remind its Members of the relevance of the guidance documents it has published in the past relating to E coli and cross contamination in kitchen environments.
The three relevant documents are:
- Guidance for Catering Operators: Commercial Dishwashers and E coli O157. This document expands on the guidance issued by the Food Standards Agency on the use of commercial dishwashers in the prevention of cross contamination.
- Guidance Document No. 16: Safe Rinse Temperatures in Commercial Dishwashers. This document provides guidance on meeting the requirements of the Food Standards Agency in relation to safe commercial dishwasher rinse temperatures and details the methods used to ensure the disinfection of equipment and utensils.
- Guidance Document No.27: Chemical Disinfection. This document is intended to provide information about the use of chlorine based dishwashing chemicals.
Peter Kay, ceda Technical Support Advisor, said “We know that many of our Members have received requests from their customers for information relating to kitchen hygiene and the avoidance of cross contamination. Since the Coronavirus seems to be destroyed at temperatures above 60°C, the advice contained within ceda’s E coli documents is particularly pertinent.
“Operators should ensure that they are washing crockery and glasses in correctly loaded dishwashers and glasswashers, which are well-maintained and used in conjunction with the manufacturers’ instructions. A suitable detergent and rinse aid should always be used. All normal food hygiene practices should be adhered to and staff should comply with the Government’s advice on frequent handwashing.”
The documents can now be downloaded from the Members’ Area of the ceda Website.
ceda is also encouraging those companies and individuals who are not ceda Members, but for whom this information is relevant, to contact the organisation. Copies of the three documents can be provided upon request, by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. As the virus spreads, it is crucial that as many businesses as possible within the foodservice and catering industry are aware of the actions they need to take.
