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.