Factors influencing HACCP implementation in Taiwanese public hospital kitchens

This study investigated the potential factors which may influence implementation of the HACCP system in hospital catering operations in Taiwan. A total of 132 catering managers and operators at 23 hospitals affiliated with the Department of Health (DOH) participated in the study. Three structured questionnaires were used to collect data concerning employee satisfaction, difficulties, and benefits related to HACCP implementation. The results show that differences in gender, age, and job position are factors that may influence HACCP implementation in Taiwanese hospitals. Most of the catering staff in the observed hospitals agreed that HACCP was very beneficial for hospital catering.