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.