Our aim
Our aim is to make sure that food manufactured, prepared or sold within Guildford borough is in a safe condition for your consumption. We do this in the context of the Food Safety Act and other relevant legislation. Authorised officers inspect and enforce hygiene standards in all food premises located within the borough.
Key functions
We are responsible for:
- Enforcing food safety in over 1200 food premises
- Registration of food premises
- Investigating complaints about food sold/manufactured within the Borough
- Investigating cases of suspected/confirmed food poisoning and infectious disease control
- Food sampling
In addition we:
- Offer courses in Food Hygiene
- Offer the Heartbeat Award Scheme
- Provide a number of free advisory leaflets and information packs
- Provide advice and information as required
Food Safety Service Plan
For more information about our specific objectives for the year and further details on the service please read our food and safety plan.
Customer Satisfaction
We aim to provide a high quality and good value service to the people of Guildford, in a friendly and professional manner.
Enforcement Policy
Map of Guildford
There are 4 officers in the commercial team who deal with food safety issues within Guildford Borough Council. Officers work in teams dealing with premises within the two defined districts of the borough, either East or West.
Contacts
If you want to speak to an Environmental Health Officer please telephone before 10.00am or after 4.00pm. Our administration staff will be more than happy to give advice or take your details for an officer to return your call.
Environmental Health and Licensing Services
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 4BB
Tel: 01483 444371
Fax: 01483 444546
Email: environmentalhealth@guildford.gov.uk