The importance of good hygiene in the workplace:

With the country slowly starting to return to a new form of normalcy and the food industry starting to recover, it is becoming more important than ever to observe good hygiene practices in the workplace.

Maintaining good hygiene in the hospitality workplace is expected, especially if you are working with food. By performing personal hygiene and implementing hygiene standards with staff you can gain your customers' trust. Due diligence must be taken, not only to comply with health and safety laws but also to ensure the safety of both the employees and consumers. According to the government, additional procedures must be put in place to manage the risk. Professional health, safety and hygiene training for staff are also essential in maintaining a safer working environment, which is ultimately better for business!

By not upholding hygiene practices, the business is at risk of producing unhygienic food and other produce, which ultimately lead to bad reviews and damaged reputations. This is especially important when you are operating during the COVID-19 epidemic and need to either regain or re-establish the trust of your customers, who are all still very wary of ordering food.

In addition to company policies, observe cleanliness and personal hygiene to protect yourself and those around you. Good personal hygiene practices help to prevent bacteria from spreading. Thorough hand washing is a priority, particularly before handling and preparing food. Personal protective clothing should also be worn to minimise the spread of dirt and bacteria.

In the end, the ultimate reason to maintain a hygienic working environment is to keep employees safe and healthy, this reassures them and keeps them happy. Your company will be able to maintain and improve a positive perception and limit the chances of sickness by preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses.