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Restaurant & F&B Compliance Checklist

Australia - FSANZ Food Standards - AS 1851 - WHS Act - Disability Standards

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Food Safety & Hygiene

FSANZ Food Standards Code

Temperature Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Coolroom temperature log (5°C or below)Twice daily
Freezer temperature log (-18°C or below)Twice daily
Display fridge temperature verificationTwice daily
Hot holding temperature check (60°C or above)Every 2 hours
Cold holding temperature check (5°C or below)Every 2 hours
Cooking temperature verificationEach batch
Cooling process monitoring (21°C in 2hrs, 5°C in 4hrs)During cooling
Reheating temperature verification (60°C)Each reheating

Food Storage & Handling

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Stock rotation (FIFO) checkDaily
Date marking verificationDaily
Cross-contamination prevention auditDaily
Raw meat storage (below ready-to-eat)Daily
Allergen management verificationPer shift
Food receiving inspectionEach delivery
Dry storage organisation (150mm off floor)Weekly

Cleaning & Sanitisation

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Sanitiser concentration testPer shift
Two-sink sanitisation setup verificationPer shift
Dishwasher temperature verification (77°C rinse)Per shift
Food contact surface cleaningEvery 4 hours
Cutting board sanitisationBetween uses
Deep cleaning of equipmentWeekly
Ice machine cleaning and sanitisationWeekly/Monthly

Personal Hygiene & Training

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Staff handwashing complianceOngoing
Food Safety Supervisor certificationAs required
Food handler training recordsUpon hire/Refresh
Employee illness policy complianceDaily
Proper glove use verificationOngoing
Hair restraint complianceDaily

Pest Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Pest activity inspectionDaily
Professional pest control serviceMonthly
Door seal and flyscreen checkWeekly
Waste area inspectionDaily
Floor drain maintenanceWeekly
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Kitchen Fire Safety

AS 1851 / State Fire Regulations

Kitchen Exhaust Hood System

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Grease filter visual inspectionDaily
Grease filter cleaningWeekly or as needed
Hood interior cleaningWeekly
Kitchen hood system cleaning (by certified)Monthly/Quarterly
Ductwork cleaning (based on cooking volume)Monthly to Annual
Grease trap inspectionWeekly
Exhaust fan operation checkDaily
Make-up air system verificationMonthly

Kitchen Fire Suppression

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Kitchen fire suppression system visual inspectionDaily
Fire suppression nozzle alignment checkMonthly
Manual activation point accessibilityMonthly
Fire suppression system inspectionSemiannual
Gas/electric interlock testSemiannual

Fire Extinguishers

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Wet chemical (ABF) extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Fire extinguisher accessibility checkMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual maintenanceAnnual
Staff training on fire extinguisher useAnnual

Cooking Equipment Safety

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Deep fryer thermostat calibrationMonthly
Grease buildup inspection on equipmentDaily
Clearance from combustibles checkMonthly
Gas connection and hose inspectionQuarterly
Chargrill/char broiler cleaningDaily/Weekly
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Building & Fire Systems

AS 1851 / NCC 2022

Fire Detection & Alarm

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire indicator panel inspectionMonthly
Smoke detector functional testQuarterly
Fire alarm system annual inspectionAnnual
Fire alarm monitoring verificationAnnual

Fire Suppression (Building)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Sprinkler system visual inspectionMonthly
Fire hose reel functional testMonthly

Egress & Emergency Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Exit sign illumination checkMonthly
Emergency lighting functional testMonthly
Emergency lighting 90-minute testAnnual
Exit path clearance verificationDaily
Fire door self-closing functionMonthly
Fire drill (staff)Annual

HVAC & Refrigeration

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
HVAC filter replacementMonthly/Quarterly
Refrigeration unit condenser cleaningQuarterly
Coolroom evaporator coil cleaningQuarterly
Refrigerant leak checkAnnual
Kitchen ventilation airflow balanceAnnual

Electrical & Plumbing

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
RCD (safety switch) testing6 Months
Portable appliance testing (PAT)Annual
Hot water temperature check (50°C delivery)Monthly
Grease trap/arrestor cleaningMonthly/Quarterly
Backflow prevention device inspectionAnnual
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Workplace Safety

WHS Act 2011

Kitchen Hazards

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Wet floor/slip hazard inspectionOngoing
Anti-slip mat condition checkWeekly
Sharp object safety (knife storage)Daily
Hot surface warning labelsMonthly
Burns prevention trainingAnnual
Proper footwear complianceDaily

Chemical Safety

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) availabilityAnnual review
Chemical storage (separate from food)Daily
Chemical labeling verificationWeekly
Staff chemical safety trainingAnnual
PPE availability for chemical handlingMonthly

Manual Handling

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Manual handling trainingAnnual
Heavy item storage (waist height)Quarterly
Step stool/ladder conditionMonthly
Repetitive strain hazard assessmentAnnual

Emergency Preparedness

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
First aid kit inspectionMonthly
Burns kit availability (kitchen specific)Monthly
AED inspection and battery checkMonthly
Emergency contact list updateQuarterly
Emergency evacuation procedure reviewAnnual
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Accessibility

Disability Standards 2010

Entrance & Approach

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible entrance inspectionMonthly
Ramp and handrail conditionMonthly
Accessible parking signageMonthly
Accessible route clearance (1000mm min)Weekly

Dining Area

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible seating availabilityMonthly
Table height compliance (750mm)Quarterly
Aisle width between tablesWeekly
Counter service accessibilityQuarterly

Facilities

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible toilet complianceMonthly
Grab bar security checkMonthly
Accessible signageMonthly
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Environmental Compliance

State EPA / Local Council

Waste Management

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Grease trap/arrestor maintenance recordsMonthly/Quarterly
Used cooking oil disposal recordsPer pickup
Food waste disposal complianceDaily
Recycling program complianceWeekly
Hazardous waste disposal (chemicals)As needed

Water & Energy

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Water usage monitoringMonthly
Leak detection and repairMonthly
Energy consumption trackingMonthly

Noise & Odour

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Kitchen exhaust odour controlMonthly
Noise level compliance (outdoor areas)As required