Food safety is a must for every food business — and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) is urging businesses to make it a priority in 2026.
The FSA’s “Here to Help” resources offer free guidance, tools and training to support food businesses in maintaining high standards, protecting customers, and staying compliant.
Whether you run a café, takeaway, corner shop, market stall, catering service or a home-based food business in Omagh, you’ll find clear, practical advice to help you strengthen your day-to-day food safety routines.
What you can learn and use straight away
The support covers key areas including:
✅ Food hygiene and allergen control
Help to reduce risk, improve processes, and keep customers safe — especially those with allergies or intolerances.
✅ Waste management and pest prevention
Simple steps to control waste properly and prevent pest problems before they start.
✅ Root Cause Analysis
Learn how to spot what’s really causing repeat issues, so they can be fixed long-term instead of happening again.
✅ Responding to food recalls and safety alerts
Guidance on acting quickly and confidently if a product recall or safety notice affects your business.
✅ Selling food safely from home
Clear advice for anyone preparing and selling food from a home kitchen, including hygiene and safe handling.
Why it matters for Omagh businesses
Food businesses are a big part of Omagh’s local economy — and strong food safety standards help protect customers, build trust, and safeguard your reputation.
If you’re looking for a free way to improve your food safety knowledge and strengthen your procedures for the year ahead, the FSA resources are a solid place to start.
Resources
All resources are freely available through the FSA’s online hub, including the ‘Safer Food Better Business’ pack, checklists and e-learning tools designed for businesses of all sizes.
