Remote verification uses telecommunications technology to check safety and suitability of a food business.
Our preferred platform is Microsoft Teams which is easy to install and free of charge.
For remote verification to work you will need:
Microsoft Teams allows verifier to gather information about food safety and suitability at the business site.
All communication is done in real-time and calls are not recorded.
Your food business may be suitable for remote verification if it:
A verifier will contact you by phone to:
You can choose whether you prefer remote verification or a verifier visit your business in person.
They will explain the costs associated with the visit.
If remote verification is a viable option then an information pack will be send to you.
You will need to provide photographs of your food premises and a selection of your business records.
A technology check will be carried out if you are comfortable to proceed with remote verification.
The verifier will check if the technology works and you are confident of using it to show your food business.
If the technology check goes well then arrangements will be made to conduct verification using Microsoft Teams.
If you are interested in remote verification email aeho@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
