Auburn City Council

CONSTRUCTION OF A FOOD BUSINESS

The Food Premises Code

Auburn City Council uses the Food Premises Code produced by the Australian Institute of Environmental Health (AIEH) as the industry benchmark for acceptable minimum standards of construction. This applies to the construction of new food businesses and the upgrading of existing businesses.

In early 2004 after an extended period of consultation with relevant stakeholders, an Australian Standard was introduced which replaces the former Code. The new Australian Standard is the AS4674-2004 Design, Construction and Fit-out of Food Premises. It should be read in conjunction with Food Safety Standard 3.2.3.

If you are applying for approval to construct a new food business (or a proposal to carry out significant alterations to an existing business), you will need to obtain a copy of the Australian Standard in order to incorporate the requirements into the detailed plans to be submitted to Auburn City Council.

Copies of the Standard can be obtained from Standards Australia by phoning 1300 65 46 46.

For copyright reasons Auburn City Council is unable to provide copies of the document. The assessment of plans by Council will utilise the requirements of AS4674-2004.

What does the Standard cover?

The Standard is called the Design, Construction and Fit-out of Food Premises. It includes five sections:

Scope and General
Design and construction requirements for food premises
Floor walls and ceilings
Fixtures, fittings and equipment
Toilet facilities

Minimum Requirements

The standard includes the minimum requirements in regard to the provision of and/or acceptable materials for the following:

The concept of adequate space
Vermin proofing and insect control devices
Water supply
Sewage and waste water disposal
Facilities for garbage and recyclable materials
Ventilation including both natural and mechanical
Lighting
Floors, walls and ceilings
Fixtures, fittings and equipment
Cleaning and sanitising requirements including hand washing facilities
Storage facilities for clothing/cleaning chemicals etc
Toilet facilities
Associated Australian Standards and Codes.

Does the Standard apply to temporary and mobile premises?

No. The Standard applies only to the fit out of a permanent building.

Can I discuss any concerns I may have with a Council officer?

Yes. Auburn City Council's Environmental Health Officer is available to assist with any enquiries you may have about the development of plans for the fit-out of a new food business or significant alterations to existing business. Phone Auburn City Council on (02) 9735 1222.

You are encouraged to have obtained a copy of AS4674-2004 prior to making contact. For copyright reasons Auburn City Council is unable to provide copies of the document.

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