Chemical Contaminant Food Safety In-Service Checklist

This comprehensive in-service checklist helps food businesses prevent chemical contamination across storage, preparation, and cleaning. Verify chemicals are sourced from approved suppliers, properly labeled, and stored away from food and prep surfaces. Confirm food is protected from contamination, kept in original or food-grade containers, and stored off the floor at correct temperatures. Ensure produce washing meets standards, utensils are stored correctly, and glassware is kept sanitary. Audit cleaning protocols to avoid chemical residues, manage waste disposal, and maintain sanitizer solutions. Check that spill kits are available and an emergency plan is accessible to staff to minimize risk and stay audit ready.