Receiving & storage

Make safe decisions at receiving and storage

Use supplier approval, condition checks, labeling and storage order to stop hazards early.

Approve the source before the delivery

Supplier controls reduce risk before food reaches the operation and provide traceability when a problem occurs.

Inspect before accepting

Check temperature, packaging, evidence of pests, contamination, dates and product condition against your policy.

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Label for action

Labels should support identification, date control, rotation and discard decisions rather than merely satisfy paperwork.

Store to prevent transfer

Separate raw and ready-to-eat food, protect chemicals and allergens, and maintain air flow and cleanable access.