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Food & Beverage Compliance Checklist

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Food Safety & Hygiene

SFA Regulations

SFA Licensing

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Food Shop Licence renewalAnnual
Liquor licence renewal (if applicable)Annual
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (all handlers)Upon hire
Food Hygiene Officer (FHO) refresherEvery 5 years
Halal certification renewal (if applicable)Annual
SFA licence conditions compliance reviewQuarterly

Temperature Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Chiller temperature log (0-4C)Twice daily
Freezer temperature log (-18C or below)Twice daily
Hot holding temperature check (above 60C)Every 2 hours
Cold holding temperature check (4C or below)Every 2 hours
Cooking temperature verificationEach batch
Delivery vehicle temperature checkEach delivery
Thawing procedure complianceOngoing

Food Storage & Handling

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
FIFO (First In, First Out) rotationDaily
Food labelling and date markingDaily
Raw/cooked food segregationDaily
Food storage off floor (min 15cm)Weekly
Cross-contamination prevention checkDaily
Allergen management verificationPer shift
Food receiving inspectionEach delivery

Sanitation & Cleaning

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Sanitizer concentration test (chlorine 100-200ppm)Per shift
Three-sink dishwashing compliancePer shift
Dishwasher temperature verification (82C rinse)Per shift
Food contact surface cleaningEvery 4 hours
Cutting board colour coding complianceDaily
Deep cleaning scheduleWeekly
Ice machine cleaningWeekly

Personal Hygiene

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Staff handwashing complianceOngoing
Food handler health declarationDaily
Proper attire and hair restraintDaily
No jewelry/nail polish policyDaily
Glove use complianceOngoing
Smoking prohibition in food areasOngoing

Pest Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Pest activity inspectionDaily
Licensed pest control serviceMonthly
Air curtain/door screen checkWeekly
Refuse area cleanlinessDaily
Floor drain and trap maintenanceWeekly
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Kitchen Fire Safety

SCDF Fire Code

Kitchen Exhaust Hood System

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Grease filter visual inspectionDaily
Grease filter cleaningWeekly
Kitchen hood interior wipe downWeekly
Kitchen hood and duct cleaning (licensed)Quarterly (min)
Ductwork inspection and cleaningQuarterly
Exhaust fan operation checkDaily
Make-up air system verificationMonthly

Kitchen Fire Suppression

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Kitchen fire suppression system visual checkDaily
Suppression nozzle alignment verificationMonthly
Manual release device accessibilityMonthly
Kitchen suppression system inspectionSemiannual
Gas/electrical interlock testSemiannual
Fusible link inspection/replacementSemiannual

Fire Extinguishers (Kitchen)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Wet chemical (Class F) extinguisher checkMonthly
Fire extinguisher accessibilityMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual servicingAnnual
Staff training on Class F extinguisherAnnual

Cooking Equipment Safety

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Deep fryer thermostat calibrationMonthly
Grease buildup inspection on equipmentDaily
Gas hose and connection inspectionQuarterly
LPG cylinder storage complianceDaily
Char broiler/wok station cleaningDaily
Clearance from combustiblesMonthly
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General Fire Safety

SCDF Fire Safety Act

Fire Safety Certificate

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire Safety Certificate (FSC) renewalAnnual (3-year from Apr 2026)
Fire Safety Manager (FSM) appointmentOngoing
FSM refresher trainingEvery 3 years
Company Emergency Response Team (CERT)Ongoing

Fire Detection & Alarm

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire alarm panel functional testMonthly
Smoke/heat detector testQuarterly
Manual call point testQuarterly
Full fire alarm system inspectionAnnual

Fire Suppression (Building)

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Portable fire extinguisher visual checkMonthly
Fire extinguisher annual servicingAnnual
Hose reel functional testQuarterly
Sprinkler system visual inspectionMonthly
Sprinkler system annual inspectionAnnual

Emergency Preparedness

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Fire drill (full evacuation)Biannual
Staff fire safety trainingAnnual
Emergency Response Plan reviewAnnual
Exit sign illumination checkMonthly
Emergency lighting testMonthly
Exit path clearance verificationDaily
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Workplace Safety

MOM WSH Act

General WSH

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Workplace Risk Assessment (RA)Annual
Safe Work Procedures reviewAnnual
Hazard identification walkthroughQuarterly
Incident reporting complianceOngoing

Kitchen-Specific 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 awarenessAnnual
Proper footwear complianceDaily

Chemical Safety

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

First Aid & Emergency

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
First aid kit inspectionMonthly
Burns first aid kit (kitchen-specific)Monthly
AED inspection (if present)Monthly
Certified first aider on dutyOperating hours
First aider certification renewalEvery 2 years
Emergency contact list updateQuarterly

Foreign Worker Safety

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Safety orientation (in native language)Upon hire
Work permit validity checkMonthly
Medical examination complianceAs required
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Environmental & Public Health

NEA EPHA

Vector Control

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Mozzie Wipeout inspectionWeekly
Remove stagnant water (potted plants, drains)Daily
Floor trap and drain maintenanceWeekly
Licensed pest control serviceMonthly
Pest control record maintenanceOngoing

Waste Management

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Refuse bin area cleanlinessDaily
Food waste proper disposalDaily
Used cooking oil disposal (licensed collector)Per pickup
Recyclable waste segregationDaily
Trade effluent discharge complianceOngoing

Grease Trap & Sewerage

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Grease trap cleaningWeekly (min)
Grease trap inspectionMonthly
Licensed grease trap cleaning serviceAs scheduled
Grease trap cleaning recordsOngoing

Noise & Air Quality

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Kitchen exhaust odor controlMonthly
Noise level compliance (after 10:30pm)As applicable
Exhaust discharge height complianceAnnual

General Cleanliness

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Common area cleanlinessDaily
Toilet cleanlinessMultiple daily
High-touch surface sanitizationMultiple daily
Frontage and outdoor area cleanlinessDaily
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Building Systems

BCA / SS Standards

HVAC & Ventilation

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Air conditioning maintenanceQuarterly
Air filter replacementMonthly/Quarterly
Kitchen ventilation effectivenessMonthly
Temperature verification (23-26C)Monthly
CO2 level monitoring (<1000 ppm)Quarterly

Electrical Systems

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) inspection5 years
Electrical panel inspectionAnnual
Commercial kitchen equipment wiring checkAnnual
Emergency generator test (if applicable)Monthly

Refrigeration Equipment

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Refrigeration unit condenser cleaningQuarterly
Walk-in cooler evaporator coil cleaningQuarterly
Refrigerant leak checkAnnual
Door gasket inspectionMonthly

Gas Installation

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Town gas installation inspectionAnnual
LPG installation inspection (if applicable)Annual
Gas leak checkWeekly
Gas regulator conditionMonthly
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Accessibility

BCA Code

Entrance & Approach

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible entrance clearanceMonthly
Ramp and handrail conditionMonthly
Door width and opening forceQuarterly
Threshold height complianceAnnual

Dining Area

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible route clearance (1200mm min)Weekly
Accessible seating availabilityMonthly
Table knee clearanceQuarterly
Self-service area reach rangeQuarterly

Accessible Toilet

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Accessible toilet cleanlinessDaily
Grab bar security checkMonthly
Emergency call button functionMonthly
Door hardware operationQuarterly

Signage

Task / Inspection ItemFrequencyDate CompletedInitials
Tactile ground surface indicators (TGSI)Quarterly
Braille signage conditionQuarterly
Accessible signage visibilityMonthly
Disclaimer: This checklist is based on SFA Sale of Food Act, Environmental Public Health Act, SCDF Fire Safety Act, and NEA vector control requirements. Verify requirements with SFA licensing and relevant authorities.
Last updated: February 2026 β€’ Sources: SFA, SCDF, NEA, MOM infodeck.io/sg/resources/fnb-compliance-checklist