Procedures for obtaining a complete food safety license for food production and trading establishments
Food safety and hygiene license (FSH) is a mandatory requirement for any food production and trading establishment. Making a complete FHS license not only helps businesses save time and effort but also ensures compliance with legal regulations, minimizing the risk of being fined. The following article will provide detailed instructions on the procedures, processes and benefits of choosing a complete FHS license service.
1. What is a FHS license?
A FHS license is a document issued by a competent State agency to a food production and trading establishment that meets food safety and hygiene conditions during the processing, preservation, transportation and distribution of food.
This is legal evidence to ensure that the establishment is operating legally and meeting FHS regulations according to the Food Safety Law.
2. Which establishments are required to have a food safety license?
All food production and trading establishments are required to obtain a food safety license in a package or step-by-step manner, including:
- Food production and processing facilities
- Food distribution and business stores
- Restaurants, eateries, communal kitchens
- Food service business
- Food storage and transportation
Except for some special cases exempted by law, most of the above establishments are required to have a license to avoid administrative penalties and closure of operations.
3. Full-package food safety license process
When choosing the full-package food safety license service, businesses will be supported in all steps from preparing documents to receiving results. Specifically as follows:
3.1. Receiving information and surveying the facility
The service unit will survey the actual conditions to advise on appropriate solutions.
3.2. Guidance and support for completing facilities
If the facility does not meet the standards, advice will be given on renovation and rearrangement of the space to suit.
3.3. Prepare a complete dossier
Including application, legal documents, schematic drawings, health certificate, food safety training certificate...
3.4. Customer representative submits dossier
All procedures for submitting documents, receiving appointment slips, and paying fees will be carried out by the service party.
3.5. Follow up and receive results
After being assessed and meeting the requirements, the license will be issued and delivered to the customer.
4. Documents to prepare when applying for a food safety license
When using the full food safety license service , the consulting unit will support the preparation of the following documents:
- Application for food safety certificate
- Business registration certificate (with related business lines)
- Health certificate of the person directly involved in production and processing
- Certificate of training in food safety knowledge
- Description of facilities and equipment
- Floor plan and production process
- Records of origin of raw materials and water used
5. Implementation time and licensing authority
Normally, the time to complete the entire food safety license procedure ranges from 15 to 25 working days , depending on the type of facility and the completeness of the application.
The licensing authority can be:
- Food Safety and Hygiene Department
- Health service
- Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (for agricultural products and processed foods)
- Ministry of Industry and Trade (for industrial food)
6. Benefits of using the full-package food safety license service The full-package food safety license
servicebrings many benefits to businesses:
- Save time: No need to waste time learning legal regulations and preparing documents.
- Ensure correct procedures: Complete documents, legal standards, minimizing the risk of having documents returned.
- On-site support: Get advice and direct support at the facility, from space renovation to application submission.
- Cost optimization: Limit arising costs and avoid fines due to lack of license.
- Increase credibility with customers: Having a license helps customers feel secure about product quality.
7. Some important notes for food businesses
- Do not make your own application if you do not clearly understand the legal regulations.
- Facility renovations should be carried out following expert advice prior to appraisal.
- Regularly update new circulars and decrees on food safety.
- Annual check-up of employee health and food safety knowledge.
Ensuring food safety is not only a legal responsibility but also a commitment to quality with consumers.
8. A reputable unit providing a full package of food safety license services
In the process of choosing a unit to support the full package of food safety license , the factors of reputation, expertise and experience are extremely important. A professional unit not only helps the application to be processed quickly and in accordance with regulations but also supports consulting on renovating the facility according to food safety standards.
Thien Di Law is currently one of the leading units in the field of legal consulting and full package support for food safety license procedures nationwide. With a team of experienced specialists, Thien Di Law has accompanied hundreds of production facilities, restaurants, eateries, collective kitchens... in applying for food safety license effectively and economically.
Reasons to choose Thien Di Law:
- Dedicated consulting - on-site support: Survey, consult on facility renovation and prepare complete documents as required by authorities.
- Full package processing – clear time commitment: From preparing documents to submitting and receiving licenses, customers do not have to travel or work with government agencies.
- In-depth legal knowledge: Update the latest regulations, ensure documents are always in compliance with the law and avoid having documents returned or licenses denied.
- Transparent costs – no additional costs: Clear quotes, no hidden costs, suitable for each type of business.
If you are looking for a partner to make a complete food safety license that is both reputable and professional, Luat Thien Di is a reliable choice for you to feel secure in developing sustainable business activities.
For any questions, please contact the information below:
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