Business support resources

We understand that running a safe and compliant business can be challenging. That's why we have created a convenient page of resources to help you easily find the information you need.

Training

Training is an important part of running a compliant business. It allows staff to have better knowledge and understanding, reducing risk in the workplace. This will help to improve your businesses' reputation.

Here at Wakefield, we offer courses on the following and much more:

• First Aid
• Health and Safety
• Food Safety

Visit our training courses page to see a full list of our classroom and e-learning training courses.

Food Safety

If you cook, store, prepare, sell or distribute a food product then you are a food business and the first step for any business is to register with us by visiting the GOV.UK food business registration webpage.

Alternatively, you can contact our Food team at food@wakefield.gov.uk to request a registration form to be sent via post.

Download our 'Starting a Food Business' Leaflet for all you need to know from pest to waste management and much more!

You can also find an accessible version of this leaflet here.

Running a safe and compliant business is no easy task. Download the Food Standards Agency's Safer Food Better Business pack for free for more support.

It is a legal requirement for any food business to manage their allergens safely.

Explore our very own fun and interactive allergen training tool and check out the Food Standards Agency's free online Allergens Training.

Health and Safety

Do you know how to conduct a Risk Assessment for your business? It's easier than you think and will help you stay compliant! Watch our Risk Assessment Webinar for help.

Visit the Health and Safety Executive website for all you need to know about Health and Safety requirements.

This includes employing young people, risk assessments and first aid requirements. You can find more information on the Health and Safety Executive website.

Is your water system safe? Download our Legionella Factsheet for guidance on what to do.

Helpful contacts

Here for Business

For more help from our Here for Business team don’t hesitate to get in touch at business@wakefield.gov.uk.

Wakefield First

For resources and support on funding and business growth for small and large business visit Wakefield First.

West Yorkshire Joint services - Trading Standards

For information and advice on labelling, compositional standards, and weight/volume marking visit Trading Standards at West Yorkshire Joint Services or call 0113 535 0000.

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