The obligation
Food businesses operating under an FCP or national programme must be registered with the appropriate authority before commencing food operations. Operating without registration is an offence.
Under the Food Act 2014, food businesses must register their food control plan or national programme with either the relevant territorial authority or MPI before trading. Registration requires submission of an FCP or NP, payment of fees, and ongoing compliance with registration conditions. Businesses must notify the registration authority of material changes to their operations. Unregistered trading is an offence carrying significant penalties.
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- Food businesses operating under an FCP or national programme must be registered with the appropriate authority before commencing food operations. Operating without registration is an offence.
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Registration Obligations for Food Businesses is a WHS requirement set out in Food Act 2014 (NZ). The relevant provision is Part 2.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Registration Obligations for Food Businesses is a WHS obligation under Food Act 2014 (NZ). In short, Food businesses operating under an FCP or national programme must be registered with the appropriate authority before commencing food operations. Operating without registration is an offence.
What changed recently?
Registration Obligations for Food Businesses was last updated on 8 October 2026.
