UK Food Allergen Management Checklist

Comprehensive UK food allergen management checklist for Natasha's Law compliance.

  • Industry: Food & Hospitality
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Food Safety Manager/Chef
  • Total Items: 25
  • Compliance: EU FIC 1169/2011, Natasha's Law, FSA Guidance

Allergen Information

14 allergens

  • Allergen matrix up to date?
  • Allergen info available to customers?
  • PPDS products fully labelled?

Cross-Contamination Prevention

Separation controls

  • Separate utensils for allergen-free prep?
  • Separate preparation surfaces used?
  • Cleaning between allergen prep?

Staff Knowledge

Training

  • All staff allergen trained?
  • Staff can identify 14 allergens?
  • Staff know allergen request procedure?

Customer Orders

Order handling

  • Allergen questions asked at ordering?
  • Special diet orders clearly flagged?

Temperature Control & Monitoring

Food temperature safety verification

  • Cold holding at 41°F/5°C or below?
  • Hot holding at 135°F/57°C or above?
  • Thermometer calibrated and accurate?
  • Temperature log current and complete?

Allergen Management

Allergen safety and communication

  • Allergen information posted/available?
  • Staff trained on allergen protocols?
  • Cross-contact prevention measures in place?

Waste Management & Pest Prevention

Waste handling and pest control

  • Waste bins covered and not overflowing?
  • Grease trap maintained on schedule?
  • No evidence of pest activity?

Staff Hygiene & Compliance

Personnel hygiene standards

  • Hand wash stations stocked (soap, towels)?
  • Proper glove usage observed?
  • Hair restraints worn properly?
  • No staff showing illness symptoms?

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Why Use This UK Food Allergen Management Checklist?

This uk food allergen management checklist helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for food safety manager/chef professionals, this checklist covers 25 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with EU FIC 1169/2011, Natasha's Law, FSA Guidance. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the UK Food Allergen Management Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 25 inspection items across 8 sections: Allergen Information, Cross-Contamination Prevention, Staff Knowledge, Customer Orders, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Allergen Management, Waste Management & Pest Prevention, Staff Hygiene & Compliance. It is designed for food & hospitality operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.

Who should use this UK Food Allergen Management Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Food Safety Manager/Chef professionals in the food & hospitality industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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