Guardians of Freshness and Quality - World Food Safety Day

Did you know that each year, contaminated food causes approximately 600 million people worldwide to fall ill, with 420,000 resulting in death? 

Despite these alarming statistics, World Food Safety Day serves as a reminder of the critical importance of ensuring food safety across the globe. As we commemorate this day, let's explore the essential practices and principles that underpin the safeguarding of our food supply chain, ensuring the well-being of consumers everywhere.

In our interconnected world, where food travels across borders and continents, the need for robust food safety measures has never been greater. From farm to fork, every stage of the food supply chain presents opportunities for contamination or compromise. Therefore, it is imperative that governments, businesses, and individuals alike prioritize food safety to protect public health and prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, Ratnadeep adheres to rigorous protocols and best practices across all facets of our operations. We take pride in being the only grocery store in South India with the prestigious IRF Trusted Mark, ensuring our commitment to quality and trust is recognized and upheld.

General Practices: At Ratnadeep, we leave no stone unturned in ensuring food safety from the moment products enter our stores. Our standard procedures include thorough inspections of materials upon receipt, strict adherence to stock rotation practices, and meticulous separation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian products to prevent cross-contamination. Additionally, our team vigilantly monitors temperatures to ensure that perishable items are stored and displayed in appropriate conditions, maintaining freshness and safety at all times.

Cleanliness Inspections: Cleanliness is paramount in our stores, with daily inspections conducted by our store managers and fortnightly audits by our quality team. These inspections encompass all aspects of hygiene and cleanliness, guaranteeing that our stores consistently meet the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

Food Handling: We handle perishable items with the utmost care to preserve freshness and prevent contamination. From maintaining proper storage temperatures to frequent inspections of fruits and vegetables, we prioritize the quality and safety of every product that graces our shelves.

Storage: Our commitment to proper storage extends to temperature-sensitive materials, with regular monitoring and recording of chiller and freezer temperatures. In the event of maintenance, materials are promptly transferred to ensure uninterrupted cold chain integrity.

Product Quality: Quality is non-negotiable at Ratnadeep. We meticulously inspect branded materials upon receipt, rejecting any with shelf life below our stringent standards. Our staples undergo thorough checks in our quality control lab, where they are sorted, graded, and packed under hygienic conditions.

Employee Training: Our employees undergo comprehensive training on food safety and quality, facilitated by our experienced Quality Assurance team. Regular refresher courses and updates ensure that our staff remain well-informed and equipped to uphold our rigorous standards.

Supplier Practices: We hold our suppliers to the same uncompromising standards as ourselves, conducting thorough audits of their facilities for food safety compliance. Only approved vendors who meet our stringent criteria are entrusted with supplying materials to our stores.

Cleaning and Sanitization: High-touch surfaces and equipment are cleaned and sanitized daily using industry-approved products and methods, ensuring a hygienic environment for both customers and staff.

On this World Food Safety Day, Ratnadeep reaffirms its unwavering commitment to food safety and quality. We remain dedicated to upholding the trust and confidence of our customers by delivering products that meet the highest standards of safety, freshness, and excellence.