A substance that is not intentionally added to food and is present in the cultivation or production process due to environmental pollution and affects the safety and suitability of food is called food contaminant. Food contaminants can endanger human health if they are above a standard permitted level. Food safety management rules must ensure that foods served to consumables are safe and do not contain contaminants above the permitted level. National food safety guidelines and standards are key elements of a food control system. The modern concept of food control holds all food chain operators directly responsible for ensuring food safety. Industrialists must ensure that all stages of production and distribution are under control and that they meet the requirements of food law, in particular food safety. Food, animal feed must be traceable by producers and the government. Consumers should follow safety tips when transporting and storing purchased food and provide feedback that can influence government and industry decision-making. Consumers must have access to the right information. This article examines the EU's experience in food safety management.