Guardstar Food Safety, the parent company behind the widely-used SFBB Pro app, has announced a new partnership authority with Dorset Council—marking a big step for our food safety app. With this collaboration in place, SFBB Pro is now officially government recognised as an EHO-approved food safety app, giving caterers, restaurants, and other food operators a much-needed confidence and the digital edge in meeting legal requirements.
EHO stands for Environmental Health Officer—the people who inspect kitchens, review food safety records, and determine whether a business is living up to food hygiene standards. Getting the nod from EHOs isn’t just a badge of honor; it’s a practical green light that what you’re doing, and how you’re recording it, will actually satisfy the law.
Why This Government Approval Matters
Paper-based food safety diaries have been a headache for years. They get lost, spilled on, or—let’s be honest—forgotten in the back of a storeroom until inspection day. SFBB Pro set out to fix this, offering a digital alternative that makes food safety logging easier, quicker, and less prone to human error. Now, with Dorset Council signing on as a the local government partnership authority and formally approving SFBB Pro for compliance, businesses have the reassurance that going digital won’t put them at odds with inspectors.
This partnership means Dorset Council has thoroughly reviewed the app and its processes, confirming that records kept on SFBB Pro meet the requirements of the Food Standards Agency’s “Safer Food, Better Business” (SFBB) guidelines. In plain English: If you’re using the app properly, your paperwork checks out.
What’s Changing for Dorset Food Businesses
Businesses across the UK can now adopt SFBB Pro with confidence, knowing it’s been given the official stamp of approval. EHOs will recognise digital logs and records from the app as compliant during inspections, making it easier for everyone involved—no more second-guessing whether your digital records are up to snuff.
The move also sets a precedent for other councils. As regulators look for smarter ways to support local businesses without compromising on safety, Dorset’s approval could open the door for wider adoption of SFBB Pro and similar technology across the UK.
Food Safety in the UK
Food safety is non-negotiable, but how businesses comply is changing fast. With this new partnership setting an example of how government and tech companies can work together to cut red tape without cutting corners. For food businesses, the message is clear: going digital doesn’t just save time—it’s now officially part of staying compliant.
If you’re running a food business in the UK, now’s a good time to consider making the switch. Not only will your records be EHO-approved, but you’ll spend less time on paperwork and more time running your business.
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