Food Rework Control Checklist
Comprehensive rework control checklist for safe handling and reprocessing of food products.
- Industry: Food Manufacturing
- Frequency: Per rework event
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: QA/Production
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: HACCP, GFSI Standards, 21 CFR 117
Rework Eligibility
Safe to rework
- No food safety concerns with original product?
- Quality acceptable for rework?
- Within acceptable time limit?
Allergen Considerations
Allergen control
- Allergens in rework identified?
- Rework allergen-compatible with receiving product?
Incorporation
Use in production
- Incorporation limits followed?
- Rework properly identified?
Traceability
Record keeping
- Lot usage documented?
Pre-Inspection Information
Initial inspection details and documentation
- Inspector Name
- Inspection Date
- Location / Kitchen Area
- Inspection Type (Routine/Follow-up/Complaint)
- Previous inspection date and findings reviewed?
Temperature Control & Monitoring
Verify all temperature-sensitive equipment and food items
- Refrigerator temperature at or below 41°F (5°C)?
- Freezer temperature at or below 0°F (-18°C)?
- Hot holding foods at or above 135°F (57°C)?
- Thermometers calibrated and functional?
- Temperature logs current and properly maintained?
Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention
Proper food handling practices and contamination prevention
- Proper handwashing observed (20 seconds, soap)?
- Gloves used properly for ready-to-eat foods?
- Raw and cooked foods properly separated?
- Color-coded cutting boards used correctly?
- Allergen cross-contact controls in place?
Food Storage & Labeling
Proper storage, rotation, and labeling of food items
- FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation followed?
- All items properly date-labeled?
- Food stored 6 inches off floor?
- No expired products in storage?
Sanitation & Cleaning
Verify cleaning and sanitation standards are met
- Sanitizer at proper concentration (test strips)?
- Food contact surfaces clean and sanitized?
- Cleaning schedule current and followed?
- No signs of pest activity?
Related Food & Hospitality Checklists
- Food Hold Release Procedure Checklist
- Food Corrective Action Verification Checklist
- Food Safety Management Review Checklist
- Food Security Daily Check Checklist
- Food Allergen Cleaning Verification Checklist
- Restaurant Daily Opening Procedures Checklist
- UK Food Safety HACCP Checklist
- UK Food Allergen Management Checklist