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Restaurant & F&B Compliance Checklist

Canada - Provincial Food Safety - NFC 2020 - WHMIS - Provincial OHS

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Food Safety & Sanitation

Provincial Food Safety Regulations

Temperature Control (TCS Foods)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Walk-in cooler temperature log (4°C or below)Twice daily
Walk-in freezer temperature log (-18°C or below)Twice daily
Reach-in cooler temperature verificationTwice daily
Hot holding temperature check (60°C or above)Every 2 hours
Cold holding temperature check (4°C or below)Every 2 hours
Cooking temperature verification (varies by food)Each batch
Cooling procedure monitoring (60°C to 20°C in 2hrs)During cooling
Reheating temperature verification (74°C)Each reheating

Food Storage & Handling

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation checkDaily
Date marking verificationDaily
Cross-contamination prevention auditDaily
Raw meat storage (below ready-to-eat)Daily
Allergen management verificationPer shift
Food receiving inspection (temperature, quality)Each delivery
Dry storage organisation (15cm off floor)Weekly

Sanitation & Cleaning

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Sanitizer concentration test (chlorine 100 ppm)Per shift
Three-compartment sink setup verificationPer shift
Dishwasher temperature verification (82°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
Employee handwashing complianceOngoing
Food handler certification verificationUpon hire/As required
Certified Food Handler on premisesAll operating hours
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 air curtain checkWeekly
Exterior waste area inspectionDaily
Floor drain maintenanceWeekly
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Kitchen Fire Safety

NFC 2020 / Provincial Fire Codes

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
Fire suppression system visual inspectionDaily
Fire suppression nozzle alignment checkMonthly
Manual pull station accessibilityMonthly
Fire suppression system inspectionSemiannual
Gas/electric interlock testSemiannual

Class K Fire Extinguishers

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Class K extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Class K extinguisher accessibility checkMonthly
Class K extinguisher annual maintenanceAnnual
Staff training on Class K 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
Char broiler cleaningDaily/Weekly
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Building Systems & Fire Safety

NFC 2020 / NBC 2020

Fire Detection & Alarm

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire alarm control unit inspectionMonthly
Smoke detector functional testAnnual
Manual pull station testSemiannual
Fire alarm system annual inspectionAnnual
Fire alarm monitoring verificationAnnual

Fire Suppression (Building)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire extinguisher visual inspectionMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual maintenanceAnnual
Sprinkler system visual inspectionMonthly
Sprinkler system quarterly inspectionQuarterly
Fire pump test (if applicable)Weekly/Annual

Egress & Emergency Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Exit sign illumination checkMonthly
Emergency lighting 30-second testMonthly
Emergency lighting 1-hour 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
Walk-in cooler evaporator coil cleaningQuarterly
Refrigerant leak checkAnnual
Kitchen ventilation airflow balanceAnnual

Electrical & Plumbing

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Electrical panel inspectionAnnual
GFCI outlet testing (kitchen/wet areas)Monthly
Hot water heater temperature check (49°C)Monthly
Backflow preventer inspectionAnnual
Grease interceptor cleaningMonthly/Quarterly
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Workplace Safety

COHS / Provincial OHS

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 (WHMIS)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) availabilityAnnual review
Chemical storage (separate from food)Daily
Chemical labelling verification (GHS)Weekly
Employee WHMIS trainingUpon hire + updates
PPE availability for chemical handlingMonthly

Manual Handling

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Lifting technique trainingAnnual
Heavy item storage location (waist height)Quarterly
Step stool availability and conditionMonthly
Repetitive motion hazard assessmentAnnual

Emergency Preparedness

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
First aid kit inspectionMonthly
Burn kit availability (kitchen specific)Monthly
AED inspection and battery checkMonthly
Emergency contact list updateQuarterly
Choking response training (Heimlich)Annual
Emergency evacuation procedure reviewAnnual

Young Worker Protections

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Minor work hour complianceOngoing
Prohibited tasks for young workersOngoing
Work permit documentation (where required)Upon hire
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Accessibility

AODA / Provincial Standards

Entrance & Approach

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible entrance inspectionMonthly
Power door operator inspectionMonthly
Ramp and handrail conditionMonthly
Accessible parking signageMonthly
Accessible route clearance (920mm min)Weekly

Dining Area

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible seating availabilityMonthly
Table height compliance (710-865mm)Quarterly
Aisle width between tables (915mm min)Weekly
Self-service area accessibilityQuarterly
Menu availability (braille/large print)Quarterly

Facilities

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

Provincial/Municipal Regulations

Waste Management

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Grease interceptor maintenance recordsMonthly/Quarterly
Used cooking oil disposal recordsPer pickup
Food waste disposal complianceDaily
Recycling and organics programWeekly
Hazardous waste disposal (chemicals)As needed

Refrigerant Management

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Refrigerant leak detectionAnnual
Refrigerant records maintenanceOngoing
Technician certification verificationUpon service

Water Conservation

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Pre-rinse spray valve efficiencyAnnual
Leak detection and repairMonthly
Water usage monitoringMonthly