Food Safety & Risk Management
Food Safety & Risk Management
Mama Vee Afro Market is a registered food business with Watford Borough Council, operating in full compliance with UK food hygiene and safety laws. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of food safety for all our customers.
About Our Business
Mama Vee Afro Market is a pre-packaged dry goods retailer specialising in authentic African and Caribbean grocery products. We sell only pre-packaged, sealed products sourced from reputable suppliers and manufacturers. We do not cook, prepare, or open any food products on our premises.
Our Registration
- ✅ Business Name: Mama Vee Afro Market
- ✅ Premises: 10 Shakespeare Street, Watford, WD24 5HF
- ✅ Registered with: Watford Borough Council
- ✅ Business Type: Pre-packaged dry goods food retailer
- ✅ Food Hygiene Training: Completed — Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- ✅ Food Safety Management System: Based on the Food Standards Agency's Safer Food Better Business (SFBB) Retail Pack
Food Safety Management
As a pre-packaged dry goods retailer, our Food Safety Management System covers the following key areas:
- 📦 Stock Control — All products are checked for best-before and use-by dates upon receipt and regularly thereafter. Damaged or out-of-date products are removed from sale immediately.
- 🔄 Stock Rotation — We operate a strict First In, First Out (FIFO) system to ensure product freshness at all times.
- 📍 Supplier Control — All products are sourced from approved, reputable suppliers. Delivery notes are retained for traceability.
- 🧹 Cleaning & Hygiene — All storage and dispatch areas are cleaned daily according to a documented cleaning schedule.
- 🐜 Pest Control — Storage areas are kept clean, sealed and regularly inspected to prevent pest access. Any issues are acted upon immediately.
- ⚠️ Allergen Control — All products sold carry allergen information on their original manufacturer packaging. Full allergen information is also available on our website. See our Allergen Information page.
- 📝 Record Keeping — Daily food safety checklists are completed and retained at our premises for inspection at all times.
Risk Assessment
As a pre-packaged dry goods retailer, our key risks and controls are:
- Contamination Risk — All products remain in their original sealed manufacturer packaging until purchased by the customer. Products are stored away from potential contaminants at all times.
- Allergen Risk — All products carry allergen information on their packaging as required by UK law. Customers are advised to check product labels carefully. Full allergen details are available on our Allergen Information page.
- Spoilage Risk — Regular best-before and use-by date checks are carried out. Products are removed from sale before their expiry date.
- Pest Risk — Storage areas are kept clean and sealed. Regular pest inspections are carried out and documented.
- Traceability Risk — All supplier delivery notes are retained. In the event of a product recall, we can trace and remove affected products promptly.
Staff Training
- ✅ All staff have completed Level 2 Food Hygiene Training
- ✅ Staff are trained on allergen awareness and management
- ✅ Training records are maintained and kept up to date
Future Plans — Repackaging
Mama Vee Afro Market plans to introduce the repackaging of dry food products in the future. Prior to commencing any repackaging activity, we will notify Watford Borough Council and update our Food Safety Management System accordingly, including implementing appropriate labelling compliance, HACCP procedures, and Trading Standards registration.
Complaints & Corrective Action
Any food safety concerns or customer complaints are taken seriously and investigated immediately. Corrective actions are documented and implemented promptly.
Contact Us
If you have any food safety concerns or questions, please contact us:
Last updated: May 2026