Brazil ANVISA Food Safety Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive Brazil ANVISA food safety inspection checklist for sanitary vigilance compliance.

Industry: Food & Hospitality
Frequency: Daily/Weekly
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Food Safety Manager/Responsável Técnico
Total Items: 33
Compliance: RDC 216/2004, ANVISA, Codex Alimentarius

Edificação e Instalações

Physical structure

Piso em bom estado de conservação?
Paredes e teto em bom estado?
Iluminação adequada?

Equipamentos e Utensílios

Equipment hygiene

Equipamentos limpos e conservados?
Utensílios higienizados?

Manipuladores

Food handlers

Uniformes limpos e adequados?
Asseio pessoal adequado?
Capacitação em boas práticas?

Produção e Transporte

Food production

Matérias-primas em condições adequadas?
Temperatura dos alimentos controlada?

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?

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Why Use This Brazil ANVISA Food Safety Inspection Checklist?

This brazil anvisa food safety inspection checklist helps food & hospitality teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for food safety manager/responsável técnico professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: daily/weekly.

Ensures compliance with RDC 216/2004, ANVISA, Codex Alimentarius. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Brazil ANVISA Food Safety Inspection Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 9 sections: Edificação e Instalações, Equipamentos e Utensílios, Manipuladores, Produção e Transporte, Pre-Inspection Information, Temperature Control & Monitoring, Food Handling & Cross-Contamination Prevention, Food Storage & Labeling, Sanitation & Cleaning. It is designed for food & hospitality operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily/weekly. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Brazil ANVISA Food Safety Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Food Safety Manager/Responsável Técnico 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.