Display counter temperature control
FSSAI marks this item with an asterisk on its inspection checklist — failing this one item alone results in non-compliance for the whole inspection.
Food on a display counter (bakery cases, buffet, retail chiller) needs to stay within the same safe temperature bands as food in storage or on the stove.
“Temperature sensitive food is held at or below 5C if cold or at or above 60C if hot; frozen at -18C if intended to be stored frozen.”
Fit display counters/cases with a working thermometer and check readings regularly; move anything out of range promptly.
Display-case thermometer readings, logged periodically
Track this requirement, keep the proof in one place, and get reminded when it needs attention.
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