Dubai Municipality's Food Safety Department is the competent authority for food establishments across the Emirate of Dubai. It licenses premises, carries out inspections and enforces the Dubai Municipality Food Code — a practical, HACCP-based rulebook covering how food must be received, stored, prepared, handled and served.
A central requirement is that every establishment appoints a trained Person-in-Charge (PIC) responsible for day-to-day food safety, supported by trained food handlers holding valid health cards. Inspection outcomes feed into a grading scheme that is visible to customers and business partners.
The core pillars inspectors look for during a Dubai Municipality visit.
A designated, trained supervisor accountable for food safety practices and records on every shift.
A documented food safety management system built on hazard analysis and critical control points.
All handlers trained in basic food hygiene and holding valid Dubai Municipality health cards.
Cold-chain, cooking and hot-holding controls with routine monitoring and logs.
Approved suppliers, receiving checks and records that trace product through your operation.
Documented cleaning schedules and effective pest management across the premises.
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