Run Walk-In Cooler Organization and Shelf Standard Audit — Free

Audit Setup

Walk-in cooler identified and accessible for inspection critical (required)

Confirm the correct cooler is being audited and all relevant storage areas are accessible.

Yes No N/A

Inspection time and inspector recorded

Record the date, time, and person completing the audit.

Shelf Placement by Risk

Ready-to-eat foods stored above raw animal products critical (required)

Verify shelf order prevents drip contamination. Ready-to-eat items must be stored above raw poultry, raw seafood, raw whole cuts of beef/pork, and ground meats.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Raw poultry stored below all other food items critical (required)

Confirm raw poultry is on the lowest appropriate shelf and separated from ready-to-eat and other raw products.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Raw seafood and raw meats segregated to prevent cross-contact critical (required)

Verify raw seafood and raw meats are separated according to site standard and stored to prevent drips or contact with other foods.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

All products stored in assigned shelf locations

Check that items are placed in the correct shelf or zone according to the brand standard, planogram, or cooler map.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

No product stored on the floor critical (required)

Verify all food, ingredients, and packaging are stored on racks, shelves, or approved pallets and not directly on the cooler floor.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Labeling and Brand Standard

Product labels match brand standard critical (required)

Verify shelf labels, bin labels, and product identifiers match the current brand or store standard.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Date labels are present and legible where required

Confirm date labels, use-by labels, or rotation labels are visible, legible, and applied consistently where required by site procedure.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Labels are positioned to identify product without moving containers

Check that labels are visible from normal inspection view and do not require handling product to identify contents.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Damaged, missing, or mismatched labels corrected

Identify any missing, damaged, or incorrect labels and document whether corrective action is needed.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Housekeeping and Storage Condition

Shelves and racks clean and free of spills

Inspect shelves, rack surfaces, and product contact areas for spills, residue, or buildup.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Products stored in closed, intact containers where required

Verify containers are intact, sealed, and suitable for refrigerated storage to protect product integrity.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

No obvious damaged, leaking, or contaminated product present critical (required)

Check for product leakage, broken packaging, or visible contamination that could affect adjacent items.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Aisles and access to stored product remain unobstructed

Verify stored items do not block access to other products, drains, fans, or required inspection points.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Photo Documentation and Closeout

Photo of compliant cooler condition captured critical (required)

Capture a clear photo showing correct shelf placement, off-floor storage, and visible labeling in a compliant condition.

Corrective actions documented for any deficiencies

Record any non-conformances found during the audit and the actions taken or assigned to correct them.

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Run: Walk-In Cooler Organization and Shelf Standard Audit

Audit Setup

Shelf Placement by Risk

Labeling and Brand Standard

Housekeeping and Storage Condition

Photo Documentation and Closeout

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