Nursing Home Dietary Services Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]

Nursing home dietary managers use this checklist per CMS 42 CFR 483.60 food and nutrition services requirements and FDA Food Code for long-term care food service operations.

  • Industry: Healthcare / Long-Term Care
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Role: Dietary Manager / CDM
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: CMS 42 CFR 483.60, FDA Food Code 2022

Resident Meal Service & Diet Orders

Verify resident meal accuracy and therapeutic diet compliance.

  • Are resident diet orders current and matched to meal tickets for each service?
  • Are modified texture diets (pureed, mechanical soft) prepared per physician order?
  • Are between-meal nourishments and supplements delivered as ordered?
  • Resident meal notes

Kitchen Compliance & Sanitation

Verify kitchen sanitation and regulatory compliance.

  • Are food temperatures logged at preparation, holding, and serving?
  • Are kitchen surfaces, equipment, and dishwashing meeting sanitation standards?
  • Is there a qualified dietitian supervising the dietary department per CMS requirements?
  • Kitchen compliance notes

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Why Use This Nursing Home Dietary Services Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This nursing home dietary services safety checklist [free pdf] helps healthcare / long-term care teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for dietary manager / cdm professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with CMS 42 CFR 483.60, FDA Food Code 2022. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Nursing Home Dietary Services Safety Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Resident Meal Service & Diet Orders, Kitchen Compliance & Sanitation. It is designed for healthcare / long-term care operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

Who should use this Nursing Home Dietary Services Safety Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for Dietary Manager / CDM professionals in the healthcare / long-term care 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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