Food Safety Management in Southern Manila District LGU Hospitals: A Catalyst for Enhanced Hospital Services

This study aimed to assess the food safety management of hospitals in the South District of Metro Manila, Philippines. The descriptive method was employed, with data gathered through a researcher-made questionnaire distributed to 420 respondents from seven hospitals. The results showed that the overall assessment of food safety management was positive, with respondents agreeing that hospitals followed proper food handling and preparation practices, conducted regular supplier evaluation and monitoring, maintained appropriate storage and temperature control, and provided training and education on food safety to staff. However, some problems were encountered, particularly in storage and temperature control, supplier evaluation and monitoring, and training and education. There were also statistically significant differences in the responses when grouped according to category and hospital. The study concluded that while food safety management in the hospitals was generally good, there is still room for improvement, especially in the areas of storage and temperature control, supplier evaluation and monitoring, and training and education.