SFBB READY SFBB Guides: Everything You Need, in One Place
From understanding what SFBB is to passing your next inspection. Browse guides by topic.
Getting started
What is SFBB?
The complete introduction to Safer Food Better Business and why it matters for your food business.
SFBB Pack Guide
Digital vs paper SFBB packs compared. What is included and how to get one.
SFBB vs HACCP
Which food safety system do you need? The differences explained for small UK food businesses.
SFBB Training Guide
What training your staff need, where to get it, and how it relates to your SFBB records.
Food Hygiene Certificate
Level 1, 2, and 3 explained. Who needs which and where to get certified online.
Level 2 Food Hygiene
The standard certificate for food handlers. Course content, cost, and accredited providers.
Daily records
SFBB Diary
How the daily diary works in digital SFBB. Opening checks, problems, and daily notes.
Temperature Records
Fridge, freezer, cooking, and hot-holding logs. Correct temperatures and corrective actions.
Cleaning Schedule
Scheduled tasks, sign-offs, and completion tracking. How digital cleaning logs work.
Opening and Closing Checks
Daily start-up and close-down procedures. Consistent checks across your team.
Allergen Matrix
Tracking allergens across your menu. Built-in tools for updating when recipes change.
Inspections and compliance
EHO Inspection Checklist
Exactly what environmental health officers check and how to prepare your records.
EHO Inspection: What to Expect
The timeline of an inspection, what happens during the visit, and what to do after.
How to Get a 5-Star Rating
Specific actions for each scoring area to achieve and maintain a top rating.
Food Hygiene Ratings Explained
What the scores mean, how they are calculated, and how to check any UK business rating.
Hygiene Rating Checker
Look up any UK food business rating using the official FSA search tool.
Food Safety Management System
What the law requires. HACCP and SFBB as food safety management systems compared.
By business type
SFBB for Caterers
Digital SFBB tailored for catering businesses. Event catering, contract catering, and more.
SFBB for Restaurants
Full-service restaurant food safety. Kitchen, front-of-house, and multi-shift teams.
SFBB for Takeaways
Late-night food safety, delivery temperature, and small team workflows for takeaways.
SFBB for Cafes
Light-touch compliance for coffee shops, cafes, and sandwich bars.
SFBB for Retailers
Food safety for shops, delis, and retailers that prepare food on-site.
SFBB for Childminders
SFBB requirements for childminders and early years food providers.
Resources and pricing
SFBB App
The digital SFBB app: features, pricing, and how to get started in five minutes.
Digital SFBB Guide
Why the FSA accepts electronic records and how to transition from paper.
SFBB Cost Comparison
Paper vs digital SFBB costs. £9.99/month vs the hidden costs of paper.
SFBB Templates
Free FSA templates for download, and why digital replaces templates entirely.
HACCP Plan Template
Free HACCP template and the 7 principles explained for UK food businesses.
SFBB FAQ
Common questions about SFBB, digital records, compliance, and pricing.
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