Food safety refers to the practices that protect food from contamination throughout the supply chain — from receiving and storing through to preparing and serving — so that the people eating it don't get sick.
Key principles of food safety include:
Cleaning and sanitising equipment, surfaces, and utensils
Personal hygiene, including correct handwashing and appropriate work clothing
Temperature control during storage, cooking, and display
Pest management
Understanding food allergens and intolerances
Anyone working with food in Australia is required by law (Food Standard 3.2.2A) to be trained in safe food handling practices appropriate to their role.