Monthly Canteen Checklist

• Site conducted

  Select

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

General

• Is the school supplier permit in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The Facilities Manager is in date for PIC training

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• The catering supplier supervisor is in date for PIC training

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Catering supplier PIC has completed FoodWatch inspections (start-up inspection, process check, equipment checks and delivery check)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Has the supplier uploaded the approved food list via the FoodWatch platform, is this accessible with a QR code

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• There is regular removal of waste from the canteen

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Fly screens are fitted where appropriate

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• A pest control AMC is in place

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Personal Hygiene

• Staff wear clean uniform

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Staff wear appropriate slip resistant footwear

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Staff fingernails are short, unpolished, and clean (no artificial nails)

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Hands are washed for 20 seconds using hot water and soap at appropriate intervals

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Hand sinks are stocked with soap, disposable towels, and warm water

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Hand washing reminder signs are posted

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Hair nets are worn by staff and visitors

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

Food Preparation Areas

• PPE is available

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• All bench areas surfaces are in a good condition

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• All equipment and utensils are clean

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Thermometers are available and are accurate

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Manuals are available for operating equipment and machinery

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Safety guards have not been removed from any equipment or machinery

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Emergency stops are tested and working

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• All hot liquid containers have lids to prevent scalds

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• The floor is free of obstructions and is slip resistant

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• There is adequate ventilation

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

Storage

• Cleaning chemicals are stored separately from food items and food preparation equipment

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Items stored on shelving are not above shoulder height where possible

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Shelves and racks are securely fixed to the walls and floor

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Heavy items are not stored on higher shelves

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• All food is properly wrapped, labelled, and dated

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Food is stored at least 6 inches off the floor or in walk in cooling equipment

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Strict rotation is being observed (FIFO)

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Cold room doors can be opened from the inside without a key

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A

• Are cold rooms and freezers free from ice build up

  Compliant

  Moderately Compliant

  Non-Compliant

  N/A