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Retail Allergen Information at Counter Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This allergen information at counter safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps retail staff and managers ensure that customers receive accurate allergen details for pre‑packed for direct sale (PPDS) foods and loose items served at counters.

It covers all key areas required by Natasha’s Law and the Food Information Regulations 2014, including risk assessment, staff competence, accurate allergen matrix maintenance, PPDS labelling, ingredient list verification, cross‑contamination controls, cleaning regimes, temperature monitoring, stock rotation, incident response and customer communication.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑service checks – confirm allergen information is correct before opening the counter.
  • Routine audits – verify ongoing compliance during daily operations.
  • Staff training reviews – ensure knowledge of allergen handling and communication.

To use the checklist, staff answer each question with Yes, No or N/A during the pre‑service routine or audit. Any No response must be investigated, corrective action recorded and completed before the counter reopens or the product is served.

Fully editable and shareable — customise the questions to your outlet, download as a PDF and distribute to your team.

Integrate the checklist into your standard operating procedures by attaching it to opening logs, reviewing results with management, and updating the allergen matrix whenever product formulations change. Records of allergen information checks should be retained for at least six months and reviewed during management meetings.

Compliant with: Natasha’s Law; Food Information Regulations 2014.

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Checks covered in this Allergen Information at Counter checklist

This Allergen Information at Counter safety checklist template covers 21 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

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1Has a specific allergen risk assessment for counter sales been completed and communicated to staff?
2Are all staff members who handle food at the counter trained and competent in allergen awareness and handling?
3Is an up‑to‑date allergen matrix displayed or readily accessible for all pre‑packed for direct sale (PPDS) items sold at the counter?
4Do product labels on PPDS foods include a clear allergen information panel in line with Natasha's Law?
5Are ingredient lists for loose foods (e.g., bakery items, salads) available and include all 14 major allergens?
6Is cross‑contamination risk managed by using separate utensils, cutting boards and storage for allergen‑free and allergen‑containing foods?
7Are cleaning schedules for counters and equipment documented and followed, with allergen‑specific cleaning procedures where required?
8Are surfaces and equipment cleaned between handling different allergen‑containing products to prevent residue transfer?
9Is personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves) provided and used correctly when handling allergenic foods?
10Are customer queries about allergens recorded and answered accurately by knowledgeable staff?
11Is there a clearly visible signage or notice informing customers that allergen information is available on request?
12Are temperature controls for allergen‑containing ready‑made foods monitored and logged?
13Is stock rotation practiced to ensure the freshest products are served first, reducing the risk of outdated allergen information?
14Are any changes to recipes or ingredient suppliers promptly reflected in the allergen matrix and product labels?
15Is there a documented procedure for dealing with accidental allergen exposure incidents at the counter?
16Are emergency first‑aid kits, including antihistamines, readily accessible and staff trained in their use?
17Is waste from allergen‑containing food disposed of in a manner that prevents cross‑contamination with other products?
18Upon closing, is the counter area inspected to ensure all allergen information displays are intact and legible for the next service day?
19Is the counter lighting adequate to read allergen information on labels and signs?
20Are dedicated allergen‑free preparation areas or equipment clearly identified and used?
21Is staff aware of the procedure to update allergen information when a new product is introduced?

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