Food Handler Standard11

The Food Handler Standard package is a comprehensive health check-up designed for food industry professionals to ensure they meet the necessary medical standards for safe food handling, as mandated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This package covers essential tests and vaccinations to monitor overall health and screen for conditions that could affect food safety.

The Food Handler Standard package is a comprehensive health check-up designed for food industry professionals to ensure they meet the necessary medical standards for safe food handling, as mandated by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). This package covers essential tests and vaccinations to monitor overall health and screen for conditions that could affect food safety.

Package Inclusions:

1. Height, Weight, BP Check – Basic physical examination to monitor body metrics.

2. Vision Tests (Near-Far Vision, Colour Vision) – Screening for any vision issues crucial for food safety.

3. Allergy Check – Identifies any allergies that may impact health or safety in food handling.

4. Skin Overview – General skin examination to check for conditions that could affect hygiene.

5. Typhoid Vaccine – Preventive vaccination against typhoid, a critical disease related to food safety.

6. Complete Urine Analysis – Comprehensive urine test to detect infections or kidney issues.

7. Stool Routine Test – Checks for gastrointestinal issues that could affect food safety.

8. Widal Test – Screens for typhoid fever, an infection that could be spread through food.

9. Sputum AFB Test – Identifies tuberculosis, another concern in food safety.

10. Complete Blood Count (CBC) – Assesses overall health and detects any infections or conditions.

11. FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate – Certification that the individual is medically fit for food handling, as required by FSSAI
     

1. What is included in the Food Handler Standard health checkup?

The package includes a full health evaluation, which covers height, weight, blood pressure, vision tests (near-far and color vision), allergy checks, skin overview, typhoid vaccination, complete urine and stool analysis, Widal test, sputum AFB test, CBC, and the issuance of an FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate.

2. Why do I need an FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate?

The FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate is mandatory for anyone working in the food industry to ensure that they are medically fit to handle food. This helps in maintaining food safety standards and preventing the spread of infectious diseases.

3. How often should a food handler undergo this health checkup?

It is recommended that food handlers undergo this health checkup annually to ensure continued compliance with food safety regulations and to monitor their health status.

4. Is the typhoid vaccine included in this package necessary?

Yes, the typhoid vaccine is crucial for food handlers as it helps prevent the spread of typhoid fever, which can be transmitted through contaminated food and water. This is an essential part of food safety.

5. How long does it take to receive the FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate?

Typically, after all tests and vaccinations are completed, the FSSAI Medical Fitness Certificate is issued within a few days, depending on the processing time of the health facility.

Booking Procedure:

• Fill the booking form on right side with Name, Address, Mobile no.
• Blood/Urine samples will be collected from your Home address. 10-12 hrs fasting is required.
• You need to make the payment by cash to Thyrocare when Technician comes to pick up the samples OR Pay online after confirmation of booking.
• Reports will be couriered at your residence in 3-4 working days if hardcopy is opted. We will email the reports within 48-72 hrs on your email address mentioned while booking.

• Sample pickup at home
• Online reports within 48 hours