KITCHEN SAFETY CHECKLIST FOR RESTAURANTS

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--- FIRE SAFETY ---
[ ] Last Fire Extinguisher Inspection Date
[ ] Number of Fire Extinguishers Present
[ ] Fire Extinguisher Types Available (ABC, CO2, Class K)
[ ] Sprinkler System Status (Operational, Needs Inspection, Out of Service)
[ ] Notes on Fire Safety Concerns
[ ] Fire Safety Inspection Report (if applicable)
[ ] Hood Suppression System Status (Operational, Needs Inspection, Out of Service)

--- EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE ---
[ ] Last Oven Servicing Date
[ ] Refrigeration Temperature (Celsius)
[ ] Dishwasher Water Temperature (Celsius)
[ ] Condition of Ventilation Hood (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Notes on Equipment Performance
[ ] Next Scheduled Maintenance Date (General)

--- FOOD HANDLING & STORAGE ---
[ ] Date of Food Receiving
[ ] Temperature of Refrigerated Items (in °F)
[ ] Temperature of Frozen Items (in °F)
[ ] FIFO Protocol Adherence? (Yes, No, N/A)
[ ] Potential Allergens Present? (Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Dairy, Gluten, Soy, Shellfish, Fish, Egg, Sesame, None)
[ ] Notes on Food Condition/Issues
[ ] Cross-Contamination Prevention (Meets Standards, Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory)

--- CLEANING & SANITATION ---
[ ] Dishwasher Water Temperature (°F)
[ ] Sanitizer Concentration (ppm)
[ ] Floor Condition (Clean, Slightly Dirty, Dirty, Needs Deep Cleaning)
[ ] Areas Cleaned (check all that apply) (Prep Tables, Cooking Surfaces, Cutting Boards, Walls & Backsplash, Walk-in Cooler, Dry Storage)
[ ] Last Deep Cleaning Date
[ ] Notes on Sanitation Issues
[ ] Garbage Disposal Condition (Clear, Slightly Clogged, Clogged, Needs Maintenance)

--- EMPLOYEE SAFETY & TRAINING ---
[ ] Last Safety Training Date
[ ] Safety Training Topics Covered (Knife Safety, Chemical Handling, Ergonomics, Slips, Trips, and Falls, Fire Safety, First Aid/CPR)
[ ] Number of Employees Trained
[ ] Trainer Name/Credentials
[ ] Notes/Observations from Training Session
[ ] Training Certificates/Documentation (Optional)

--- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & CONTROL ---
[ ] Identify Potential Slip, Trip, and Fall Hazards (Wet Floors, Obstructions in Walkways, Spills, Uneven Surfaces, Poor Lighting)
[ ] Temperature of Refrigeration Units (in °F)
[ ] Temperature of Freezers (in °F)
[ ] Condition of Ventilation Hood Filters (Clean, Slightly Soiled, Soiled, Needs Replacement)
[ ] Describe any observed gas leaks or unusual odors
[ ] Condition of Electrical Cords (Good, Frayed, Damaged, Needs Repair)
[ ] Attach photos of any identified hazards

--- EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ---
[ ] Emergency Contact 1 Name
[ ] Emergency Contact 1 Phone Number
[ ] Emergency Contact 2 Name
[ ] Emergency Contact 2 Phone Number
[ ] Fire Alarm Test Date
[ ] Last Fire Extinguisher Inspection
[ ] Scheduled Evacuation Drill Time
[ ] Evacuation Route Description

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