Cold-Chain Receiving — Per Delivery

Per-delivery cold-chain verification. Captures truck temp, product probe temps, condition, and lot codes. Refuses out-of-spec items at the dock.

Delivery & Truck Verification

• Delivery vehicle is a refrigerated unit and is clean, odor-free, and free of visible contamination
• Truck air temperature is within receiving specification
• Trailer doors, seals, and refrigeration unit show no evidence of tampering, damage, or malfunction
• Delivery paperwork matches the shipment being received

Product Temperature & Condition

• Product probe temperature for refrigerated items is within acceptable range
• Product probe temperature for frozen items is at or below receiving specification
• Packaging is intact, dry, and free from swelling, leaks, tears, or crushed cases
• Product shows no signs of thawing, temperature abuse, spoilage, or contamination

Traceability & Lot Codes

• Lot codes are present and legible on all required cases or pallets
• Lot codes recorded for traceability
• Receiving date and supplier identification recorded

Refusal Action

• Any out-of-spec items were refused at the dock
• Refused items documented with product name, quantity, lot code, and reason for refusal
• Receiver notified supervisor or PIC of the non-conformance