Public Health

Regular inspections are carried out of premises that provide food to the public.

Food Safety Inspections

Regular inspections are carried out of premises that provide food to the public including Takeaways, Restaurants, School Canteens and Mobile Vendors.

Information on the Food Standards Australia and New Zealand that apply to these premises can be

accessed through Council through the FSANZ web site Food Standards Australia New Zealand. 1077-manwithfood (1).jpg

Additional information can also be found through the NSW Department of Health web site NSW Department of Health.

Hair and Beauty Shop and Skin Penetration Inspections

Regular inspections are carried out on all hair and beauty shops including premises that carry out skin penetration such as piercing, tattooists and acupuncturists. Additional information in this area can also be accessed through the NSW Department of Health.

The following links guide businesses to the appropriate legislation, guidelines including Skin Penetration Best Practice, and general information on best practice skin penetration and grooming procedures.

Legislation

Standards for Hairdressers and Beauty Salons

Local Government (General) Regulation2005 - Schedule 2, Parts 2 & 3

Fact Sheets

"Hairdressing and Barbers"

Any enquiries regarding hairdressing premises or procedures can be made to Council's Environmental Department on 02 4995 7777.

Downloads:

Choosing a Beauty Therapist(PDF, 1MB)

Choosing a Body Piercer(PDF, 1MB)

Choosing a Nail Technician(PDF, 2MB)

Choosing a Tattooist(PDF, 1MB)