Food Defense (Warehouse) Checklist
This checklist standardizes food defense (warehouse) checklist to improve throughput, accuracy, and safety across warehouse operations. Use it to document controls, capture exceptions, and assign corrective actions with sign-off. Includes traceability and cold-chain controls aligned to FSMA where applicable.
- Industry: Warehouse & Logistics
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 25-40 minutes
- Role: Shipping Lead
- Total Items: 45
- Compliance: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22 (Walking-Working Surfaces), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176 (Material Handling/Storage), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication), FSMA (FDA Food Safety Modernization Act) (as applicable)
Planning & Documentation
Confirm work orders, schedules, and required documentation.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Notes
Safety & PPE
Verify PPE, traffic control, and hazard controls.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Photo evidence
Process Execution
Verify SOP steps, scans, and handoffs.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Notes
Quality & Accuracy
Verify checks to prevent errors, damage, and mispicks.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Errors found in spot-check
- Notes
Equipment & MHE
Verify equipment readiness, defects tagging, and safe operation.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Photo evidence
Inventory & Traceability
Verify IDs, lot/serial capture, and status (hold/release).
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Photo evidence
Compliance & Security
Verify seals, access controls, and required regulatory documents.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Notes
Issues & CAPA
Document issues, assign owners, and verify corrective action.
- SOP followed with no skipped steps?
- Any issues found that require escalation?
- Corrective action assigned and tracked?
- Time spent on this section
- Photo evidence
QA, Corrective Actions & Sign-Off
Confirm completion, prioritize issues, and capture signatures for accountability.
- QA walkthrough completed?
- Any critical issues still open?
- Overall risk level
- Supervisor Signature
- Team Lead Signature
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Why Use This Food Defense (Warehouse) Checklist?
This food defense (warehouse) checklist helps warehouse & logistics teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for shipping lead professionals, this checklist covers 45 critical inspection points across 9 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.22 (Walking-Working Surfaces), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.176 (Material Handling/Storage), OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication), FSMA (FDA Food Safety Modernization Act) (as applicable). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Food Defense (Warehouse) Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 45 inspection items across 9 sections: Planning & Documentation, Safety & PPE, Process Execution, Quality & Accuracy, Equipment & MHE, Inventory & Traceability, Compliance & Security, Issues & CAPA, QA, Corrective Actions & Sign-Off. It is designed for warehouse & logistics operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 25-40 minutes.
Who should use this Food Defense (Warehouse) Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Shipping Lead professionals in the warehouse & logistics 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.