Food Safety Plan Template
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Version 1 • Last updated 7/30/2026
Food Safety Plan for [Business Name]
Business Details
- Business Name: [Business Name]
- Business Address: [Full Address]
- Phone Number: [Phone Number]
- Proprietor Name: [Proprietor Name]
- Date Plan Created: [Date]
- Last Review Date: [Date]
1. Food Safety Management
1.1 Food Safety Supervisor
- Name: [Name of FSS]
- FSS Certificate Number: [Certificate Number]
- Issuing Organisation: [RTO Name]
1.2 Notification
We have notified the [Name of Local Council/Authority] of our food activity details.
2. Menu and Food Types
This plan covers the following menu items or food processes:
- [Item 1]
- [Item 2]
- [Item 3]
3. Food Receipt
3.1 Hazard
Potentially hazardous food may be received at unsafe temperatures or may be damaged or spoiled.
3.2 Control Measures
- Check deliveries immediately upon arrival.
- Do not accept food if it smells bad, looks damaged or is past the use-by date.
- Check temperatures of potentially hazardous food deliveries. Accept only if below 5°C or frozen solid.
3.3 Monitoring
Record the temperature of at least one randomly selected potentially hazardous food item per delivery.
3.4 Records
Delivery Log
| Date | Supplier | Item Checked | Temperature | Condition | Receiver Initials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [Supplier] | [Item] | [Temp] | [OK/Reject] | [Initials] |
4. Food Storage
4.1 Hazard
Bacterial growth due to temperature abuse or cross contamination from raw to ready-to-eat foods.
4.2 Control Measures
- Store raw foods below ready-to-eat foods in the fridge.
- Ensure fridges are at 5°C or below.
- Ensure freezers are at -15°C or below.
- Cover all food.
- Rotate stock using First In First Out (FIFO).
4.3 Monitoring
Check and record fridge and freezer temperatures daily.
4.4 Records
Temperature Log
| Date | Fridge/Freezer ID | Time | Temperature | Corrective Action | Initials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [ID] | [Time] | [Temp] | [Action] | [Initials] |
5. Food Processing, Preparation and Cooking
5.1 Hazard
Inadequate cooking or thawing may lead to survival of pathogens. Cross contamination during preparation.
5.2 Control Measures
- Thaw food in the fridge or microwave, not on the bench.
- Use separate coloured cutting boards for raw and cooked foods.
- Cook potentially hazardous food to an internal temperature of 75°C.
5.3 Monitoring
Use a probe thermometer to check the temperature of cooked food.
5.4 Records
Cooking Log
| Date | Item | Batch ID | Cook Temp (°C) | Time | Initials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [Item] | [ID] | [75+] | [Time] | [Initials] |
6. Food Display and Service
6.1 Hazard
Growth of bacteria if food is kept in the temperature danger zone (5°C to 60°C) for too long.
6.2 Control Measures
- Cold display: Keep below 5°C.
- Hot display: Keep above 60°C.
- Potentially hazardous food on display for less than 4 hours must be discarded if not used.
6.3 Monitoring
Check display temperatures every 2 hours.
6.4 Records
Display Log
| Date | Time | Cold/Hot Unit | Temp | Discard Time (if >4hrs) | Initials |
|---|
7. Cleaning and Sanitising
7.1 Schedule
| Item/Area | Frequency | Cleaning Method | Sanitising Method | Signed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benches | Daily | Detergent wipe | [Sanitiser name] | [Sign] |
| Oven | Weekly | Detergent scrub | N/A | [Sign] |
8. Pest Control
8.1 Hazard
Contamination of food and premises by pests.
8.2 Control Measures
- Check premises for signs of pests weekly.
- Use a licensed pest control operator [Frequency].
8.3 Records
Pest Inspection Log
| Date | Check Result | Action Taken | Initials |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Date] | [No Signs/Signs Found] | [Action] | [Initials] |
About this Template
Part of the Food Safety Plan document collection
Document Type
Food Safety Plan
A written document outlining how a business handles food to ensure it is safe for consumption. It identifies hazards and outlines control measures.