The obligation
Food safety auditors must report audit results in writing to the Chief Health Officer under the Food Regulations 2014 (NT).
Under the Food Regulations 2014 (NT), a food safety auditor is required to report in writing to the Chief Health Officer (CHO) the results of any audit they carry out. This creates a direct obligation on auditors operating in the Northern Territory and underpins the food safety audit framework established by the Food Act 2004 (NT).
- What
- Food safety auditors must report audit results in writing to the Chief Health Officer under the Food Regulations 2014 (NT).
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- legislation.nt.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Food Safety Auditor Reporting Requirements is a WHS requirement set out in Food Regulations 2014 (NT). It is made under Food Act 2004 (NT). The relevant provision is Food Regulations 2014 > Food Safety Auditing.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Food Safety Auditor Reporting Requirements is a WHS obligation under Food Regulations 2014 (NT). In short, Food safety auditors must report audit results in writing to the Chief Health Officer under the Food Regulations 2014 (NT).
What changed recently?
Food Safety Auditor Reporting Requirements was last updated on 27 August 2026.