Correctional Facility Food Safety Checklist
Comprehensive correctional facility food safety checklist covering institutional food service requirements, security protocols, and inmate worker supervision.
- Industry: Corrections
- Frequency: Per meal service
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Food Service Director/Supervisor
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: ACA Standards, FDA Food Code, State Health Codes
Security Controls
Kitchen security
- Knife/utensil count accurate?
- Tools and equipment secured?
- Inmate worker count verified?
Inmate Worker Supervision
Worker practices
- Inmate workers health-screened?
- Proper hygiene practices?
- Direct supervision maintained?
Food Safety
Standard practices
- Food temperatures verified?
- Food served hot?
- Sanitation practices followed?
Special Diets
Medical/religious
- Medical diets prepared correctly?
- Religious dietary needs met?
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?
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Why Use This Correctional Facility Food Safety Checklist?
This correctional facility food safety checklist helps corrections teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for food service director/supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: per meal service.
Ensures compliance with ACA Standards, FDA Food Code, State Health Codes. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Correctional Facility Food Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 8 sections: Security Controls, Inmate Worker Supervision, Food Safety, Special Diets, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling. It is designed for corrections operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per meal service. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Correctional Facility Food Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Food Service Director/Supervisor professionals in the corrections 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.