Safe Food Storage Procedures Checklist

• Facility Name

• Conducted on

  Date

• Audited by

• Location
  Address

Dry Storage

• Storage temperature is in the range of 50°F to 59°F

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage area is well lit and with adequate air circulation

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage area is dry and cool

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage area is clean and free from rodents and vermin

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage area is free of poison (cleaning products and chemicals)

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Storage area has a lock and key

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Stored foods are placed off the floor, away from the walls and away from direct sources of heat and sunlight

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Refrigerated Storage

• Refrigerator temperature is 39°F (4°C) or colder temperature

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator temperature is monitored and recorded

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator is in good working condition

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator is clean and free of spills and expired foods

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator has a good seal and closes tightly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Refrigerator products are stored in containers or sealed in storage bags

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Dairy products are kept in a separate area and stored in protective coverings/container

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Freezer Storage

• Freezer temperature is 0°F or below

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Freezer has enough open, slotted shelving

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Freezer has a good seal and closes tightly

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Frozen goods like meat and baked goods are tightly wrapped with foil before placing in freezer bags

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Food is stored in freezer safet containers or freezer bags

  Yes

  No

  N/A

• Label and date are indicated on freezer bags or containers

  Yes

  No

  N/A

Completion

• Additional comments/recommendations

• Name & Signature of Assigned Auditor

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