How often should food stored in the fridge at 7°C be checked?

When food is stored in a fridge and the temperature is between 6-8°C, it should be checked hourly to ensure it doesn't exceed 8°C. This threshold is critical because if the temperature rises above 8°C, immediate corrective actions are necessary, such as transferring the food to another refrigeration unit or using it within 4 hours. If the food remains above 8°C for more than 4 hours, it must be discarded to prevent food-borne illnesses.

Should we be recording these hourly fridge temperature checks?

Yes, it's crucial to record all fridge temperature checks and the corrective actions taken. Documenting temperature readings and corrective actions in an electronic system like Pilla provides an essential audit trail, which is useful for demonstrating compliance to health inspectors. This documentation ensures monitoring consistency and can enhance the accessibility and security of records.

If food in the fridge is at 7°C, how often should we check it?