Buying the catering trailer of your choice and preparing it properly for the possibility of carrying out the service in question does not only involve choosing the right equipment. Safety must also be taken care of. So what is worth knowing about food truck safety? You will find out in this article!
Choosing a trailer and safety
Choosing the right catering trailer is the first key point. You should look for a new food truck in the offers of companies that specialise in the sale of this type of vehicle with the right equipment that not only allows you to set up a catering business, but is also safe. In addition, it is worth making sure of the functionality of the respective food truck - whether its covering is stable and the interior is sterile. In addition to this, whether it is possible to connect the electricity safely and whether there is a working sink in the trailer.
Food truck in compliance with sanitary requirements
The health and safety of a food truck is mainly concerned with meeting certain sanitary requirements. If you think that such a small 'establishment' is not subject to any sanitary requirements, you are sadly mistaken. Any place that prepares food can be inspected for compliance with certain regulations. By adhering to these, you can be sure that your trailer is completely safe, not only for your employees, but also for your customers.
What requirements must a safe food truck meet?
In addition to the condition of the trailer and its equipment, it is advisable to provide access to cold and hot water. It is also necessary to have a place where employees can wash their hands and store food products. However, remember - what goes in must also come out, so consider how you will drain waste from your trailer. In this respect, you can take a shortcut and collect so-called 'greywater' or have your waste collected by another specialist company. In addition, it is very important that the surfaces in the food truck are easily washable and made of non-absorbent materials. Cabinets and countertops must also be free of sharp edges for the safety of employees. And most importantly - don't forget the equipment used for proper food preparation, including refrigerators and freezers. In addition, they must be equipped with a thermometer so that you can easily keep track of the temperature inside the units.
A safe food truck is above all one that is well organised and kept clean. Before buying a trailer, it is also a good idea to make sure of its technical condition. Only then will you be able to run your catering business without any doubt.
