Information

  • Audit Title

  • Document No.

  • Client / Site

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Location
  • Personnel

PREMISES

  • Food premises registration document available & on display

  • Have Food Safety Supervisors been appointed and council informed within the required 14 days of any changes?

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised?<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

PREMISES AND SURROUNDS

  • The Food preparation, storage serving and eatery areas are constructed in a manner which allows GMP to occur

  • Access to catering operations is satisfactory

  • Waste bins are a sufficient distance away from the entry to the catering area

  • To supply of portable water is protected from potential contaminates

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

MAINTENANCE

  • Maintenance of catering facilities are adequate

  • There is a documented maintenance schedule

  • When items needs repairing it is done within a timely manner

  • When contractors are working in catering areas they have undergone a food safety induction

  • Any loose fittings, nuts,bolts, screws, drawing pins, etc seen above food preparation areas

  • Chefs are aware that areas must be cleaned and sanitised after maintenance has been carried out

  • Notice boards not positioned above or in close proximity to food preparation areas

  • No drawing pins on notice boards

  • if on-going maintenance may cause contamination from dust etc. the area is properly sealed off or work stopped

  • Dishwasher maintenance records kept and up to date

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

TESTING

  • There is a schedule in place for testing meals

  • There is evidence that testing of meals has been undertaken

  • Results of water and food testing are satisfactory or corrective action has been taken

  • Water is tested and results are available

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

CALIBRATION

  • There is a procedure/schedule to show which items require calibration and when

  • Calibration limits are documented

  • All Freezer and chiller temp gauges are calibrated

  • BOH staff have access to temperature probes

  • instruments requiring calibration are currently calibrated and within spec

  • Any devices which fail calibration are clearly marked and removed from use

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

TRAINING

  • All food service and catering staff are appropriately trained

  • Training records are available

  • A summary of staff competencies eg training matrix are available on site

  • Training records are available

  • At least one person on sire has undergone advanced food safety training

  • All food service and catering staff have undergone allergen awareness training

  • All FOH and BOH staff know how to respond when asked if a food contains a particular ingredient (Allergen)

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

MANAGEMENT ISSUES

  • There is clear organisational hierarchy on site which is documented

  • Staff both FOH and BOH seem appropriate for the volume of work

  • There is adequate opportunity for FOH and BOH staff to raise food safety concerns

  • Food safety issues are dealt with in a timely manner

  • there is written record of key issues raised with regards to food safety

  • The attitude to food safety by Management is positive

  • There is a system in place for raising CIN's.

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

RECEIPT OF GOODS

  • Deliveries not left unattended, uncovered, etc

  • Inspections are done on received goods

  • Temp sensitive foods are temp checked and recorded

  • Temp sensitive foods transferred rapidly to chillers or freezers

  • Receivables area is clean, tidy and well clear of waste bins etc.

  • All goods and services are supplied by approved suppliers and records are up to date

  • All supplier certifications are up to date and records kept

  • Abused or damaged goods rejected

  • Unwrapping/ decanting carried out in separate areas

  • A procedure is in place for selection, review and deletion of suppliers

  • Procedures are in place for use of emergency suppliers

  • Condition of delivery vehicles & driver checked & recorded

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

STORAGE

  • Storage areas cleaning schedules are up to date.

  • Storage areas are well lit

  • Storage areas (Chillers, Freezers, dry store) have cleaning schedules in place

  • There is adequate storage space for dry goods, packaging, chilled and frozen food

  • Food not stored near chemicals

  • Dry Store store is clean and free of dust and no significant rust on racks

  • Dry foods which are partly used are properly resealed

  • Allergens in the dry store are clearly labelled and in separate packs

  • Wheat flour is stored well away from other flours

  • Dry goods are within BBD

  • The temperature of each chiller is checked and recorded at least daily

  • The refrigeration units for the chillers are adequate to maintain temps at.

  • Chillers are clean and free from significant rust or mould

  • Chillers are clean and free from significant rust or mould

  • All food in chillers is covered

  • Prepared food in the chillers is identified to show date of preparation

  • There is no raw food stared above or immediately adjacent to RTE foods

  • food being thawed n the chiller is located to prevent cross contamination

  • No food in any chiller is direct contact with floor

  • In the chillers there is no condensate which can drip onto food

  • The floor of the chiller is dry and the floor and room are free from mould

  • Food in the chiller is within its UBD or shows a date of packing

  • Fish and fish products are separated from the crustaceans

  • Allergens are separated appropriately from other foods

  • The refrigeration units for the freezers are checked and recorded at least daily

  • All food in the freezers is covered

  • No food in any freezer is in direct contact with floor

  • Food within Chiller is within UBD

  • the freezer door seals are free from mould and close properly

  • the freezer door seals are free from mould and close properly

  • the freezer door seals are free from mould and close properly

  • Single use items such as disposable cup[s, straws etc. are protected from possible contamination

  • Crockery and other food contact items are stored to prevent contamination

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

THAWING

  • The method of thawing frozen food in the chiller is well controlled

  • If food is thawed in the microwave it is used immediately

  • Microwave thawing is standardised or temp tested to ensure effective thawing

  • No Food is thawed at ambient temperature.

  • The methods of thawing did not result in cross contamination

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

FOOD PREPARATION

  • Food is prepared in an area suitable for this purpose

  • All benches are stainless steal or suitable impervious material

  • Preparation areas of temp sensitive food is done in a manner which minimises time out of refrigeration

  • Cross contamination from raw food to RTE food does not occur from utensils

  • Cross contamination from raw food to RTE food does not occur from staff

  • Cross contamination from raw food to RTE food does not occur from equipment (Slicers, mixers etc.)

  • Raw food not prepared near cooked food & utensils/surfaces sanitised between each use

  • Cross Contamination from the environment from chefs' cloths to RTE food or food contact surfaces does not occur

  • Cross contamination from the environment to food does not occur

  • Raw food does not come in contact with RTE food

  • flies are not a source of cross contamination in BOH and FOH

  • All probes are sanitised prior to use

  • Equipment and utensils are visually clean

  • Allergen cross contamination does not occur

  • There are adequate hand washing facilities in the preparation area

  • Staff are wearing hair covers beard covers etc. where appropriate

  • No glass, brittle plastics or ceramics are located above the food preparation areas

  • The preparation area is air-conditioned with exhausts if required

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

COOKING AND REHEATING

  • All food is adequately cooked to kill food poisoning organisms

  • All food containing comminuted meat is thoroughly cooked

  • Chefs have temperature probes to check food temps

  • Temperature probes are being sanitised before and after every use

  • Chefs were observed testing high risk cooked foods

  • The temp of at least one high risk cooked food checked and recorded every service.

  • foods containing allergens are cooked in a way which prevents contamination

  • Fish is cooked in separate oil to chips

  • Crustaceans are cooked in separate oil to chips

  • Are fish and crustaceans cooked in separate oil.

  • Reheated food are reheated rapidly to a safe temperature (at least 60 degrees)

  • The cooking facilities are sufficient for the volume of of meals required

  • No unauthorised suppliers used

  • If foods are cooked with peanut oil this is noted at the display

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

COOLING OF HOT FOOD

  • All hot food which has to be cooled is cooled rapidly to comply with legislation

  • The cooling methods are validated to comply with 2hr/4hr rule

  • Hot food is cooled in containers of suitable size and materials

  • Bulk hot foods which are cooled and labelled to show date of production

  • Hot foods such as gravies are reheated and then never cooked again

  • Banned food list available & adhered too (if applicable)

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

HOT HOLDING

  • Hot food is held at or above 60* in the kitchen before serving display

  • The temps or each hot holding unit is checked and recorded daily or as required

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

DISPLAYING AND SERVING

  • Hot food on display is held at or above 60 degrees

  • Cold food on display is held at or below 5 degrees

  • One hot food and one cold food are temp tested and recorded at the beginning and end of each service.

  • Allergen containing foods are displayed in a manner which minimises the risk of cross contamination

  • The person labelling displayed food knows what allergens it contains

  • Each food on display has its own serving utensils

  • Serverise are suitably designed and monitored to minimise cross contamination

  • The were no foreign objects which may contaminate food in the servery area.

  • Flies are not a source of cross contamination in the servery area.

  • Eating implements are protected from contamination

  • signage advises members with food allergens to discuss their needs with the senior chef on duty.

  • Any temp sensitive food out of temp control for more than 4 hrs is dumped

  • FOH comply with GMP

  • Tables and eating areas are maintained in a clean and hygienic state

  • Foods served at a function are temp tested and recorded at the start and finish of service.

  • If temp sensitive food at functions is out of temp control, the time at start and end of services is recorded

  • Containers used for take away foods are approved for food contact

  • Where take away food is ordered in advance of collection, the the time it is ready for collection is written on the box and also recorded on the receipt

  • Temp sensitive sauces and toppings be discarded if out of temp control for more than 4 hrs

  • Display units cleaned & sanitised after use

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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LEFTOVERS

  • Leftovers are clearly marked "use first" or equivalent

  • Temp sensitive leftover have not been out of temp control for more than 2hrs

  • All leftovers are used within 24 hours

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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CONTROL OF WASTE AND WASHING UP

  • There are sufficient bins in BOH and FOH

  • The bins are lined with disposable liners

  • Bins are lidded to prevent fly entry if practicable

  • Bins are emptied regularly

  • The scullery are located separate from the prep and storage areas

  • the temp profile of automatic dishwashers is known

  • Dishwashers are checked for effective cleaning and heating regularly

  • Drying areas of clean utensils are separate from the dirty area

  • Staff doing removal of waste and washing up do not do prep at the same time

  • External bins are in a suitable location away from prep and serving areas.

  • Food scraps in external ins are covered or lidded to prevent pest access

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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ICE AND WATER SUPPLY

  • The ice machine is located in a hygienic place

  • The ice machine is lidded and the lid kept down

  • The utensils for the ice machine are protected from contamination

  • Staff do not use hands or other unhygienic practices for removing ice

  • Buckets used for transporting ice are kept hygienically

  • The ice machine scoops and buckets are included in the cleaning schedule

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

HAND WASHING

  • There are sufficient hand washing facilities both BOH and FOH

  • Staff can wash their hands when entering eating areas

  • Hand wash facilities have detergent hot and disposable paper towels

  • Rubbish bins are located next to hand wash for paper towels to be discarded

  • Hand washing facilities are sufficient in the toilets

  • Staff in food prep areas wash their hands as required to prevent contamination

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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PEST CONTROL

  • There is documented pest control program

  • The regime for management of flies adequate

  • If fly sprays are used there is standard protocol for this

  • There is a bait map

  • Bait stations are numbered, secured and accessible

  • Bait stations are located in positions that which cannot cause food contamination

  • Personnel responsible for pest control are adequately trained.

  • Any pest control chemicals are locked away

  • Records of quantities and dilution rates are available and complete

  • MDS sheets are available for all pest control chemicals

  • All chemicals used have government approval or approved risk analysis

  • The contract PCO has a current licence and the company has P/L insurance

  • All windows and doors to food BOH or FOH are screened

  • Food being moved from remote stores to kitchens is always suitably protected

  • Pest control at external waste bins is adequate

  • Pest control inspections are recorded

  • There are adequate systems for staff to report pest control issues

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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CLEANING AND SANITISING

  • Cleaning and sanitisation work instructions are documented

  • Probe wipes are available

  • Cleaning and sanitation WI contain sufficient details for proper cleaning

  • Cleaning chemicals are dispensed accurately to give the correct quantity

  • Staff dispensing toxic chemicals comply with WH&S requirements including PPE

  • Records of cleaning are retained

  • BOH cleaning is visually acceptable

  • FOH cleaning is visually acceptable

  • Toilets adjacent to food service facilities are cleaned to an acceptable standard

  • FOH and BOH housekeeping is acceptable

  • Cleaning chemicals are clearly and correctly labelled

  • MDS are available for all cleaning chemicals

  • Sanitation swabbing is done to assess cleaning effectiveness

  • Cloths used to wipe tables are kept hygienically

  • If short life alcohol sprays are used prep dates and times are noted on the bottle

  • Adequate supplies of sanitiser available & used

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

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PERSONAL HYGIENE, UNIFORMS ETC.

  • Adequate supplies of sanitiser available & used

  • Chefs do not use tea towels in their belts to wipe food contact surfaces

  • All BOH staff are dressed neatly in clean uniforms

  • All BOH have appropriate hair protection

  • Earrings and piercings are removed before entering the kitchen .

  • All wounds are suitably covered

  • Bandaids are brightly coloured

  • BOH and FOH are aware of policy of not working when you have a food borne illness

  • There is a documented policy for reporting food borne illness.

  • There is a documented policy for reporting food borne illness.

  • Staff comply with GHP re not touching pimples, cuts, nose ears mouth etc.

  • BOH staff always wash their hands before commencing food prep

  • FOH staff always wash their hands after cleaning waste or performing other cleaning tasks

  • BOH staff were observed to wash their hands whenever required to maintain GHP

  • FOH staff were observed to wash their hands whenever required to maintain GHP

  • BOH were observed changing gloves to avoid cross contamination

  • There was no one breaching the smoking regulations

  • BOH staff did not eat during prep (Other than testing as part of prep)

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

CONTAMINATION BY FOREIGN OBJECTS

  • No brittle plastics, ceramics or glass objects were stored in a manner which could have led to contamination

  • No wooden utensils are being used

  • There were no signs of metal contamination

  • Can openers were not contaminating the foods in the cans at time of opening

  • No stainless steel implements are used with aluminium pots and pans

  • No steel wool used for cleaning

  • No snap off blades are used

  • All lights in food preparation are properly covered

  • Food warming lights have plastic covers or sleeves

  • There is a policy to discard any food at risk of glass contamination

  • A record is kept of all glass breakages in storage, preparation or serving areas

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

NON CONFORMING PRODUCT

  • There is a standard procedure for non-conforming products

  • A record of non conforming products is kept (CARS)

  • There is a known way of labelling non conforming products

  • There is evidence of how received product which is out of temp spec is handled

  • There is a policy of dropped product which all FOH and BOH staff are aware off

  • It was clear from discussion from chefs they knew what to do if food was suspected of being unsafe

  • If all chillers and freezers fail, all affected product is placed on hold and assessed according to NCP policy

  • There is a corrective action procedure in place

  • Are there any CINs that are or could be raised<br><br>List CINS:

  • Add media

Complaints procedure

  • Procedure understood & followed

  • Customer comments book available

  • Suitable replies to customers comments entered

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