Temperature Checks

The ‘Temperature Checks’ section in Forkto is where you can log and review the temperature readings of your food storage and preparation areas. This feature is vital for maintaining health and safety standards in your food business.

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Overview of Temperature Checks Section

When you navigate to the ‘Temperature Checks’ page, you will find a grid display of all your temperature check locations. Each location is represented by a card that displays:

• The name of the location
• The latest temperature recorded
• The time of the last temperature check

Adding a Temperature Check Location

To add a new temperature check location:

1. Navigate to the ‘Temperature Checks’ page.
2. Click on the ‘New Location’ button.
3. Select the location for the fridge (applicable to businesses with more than one location).
4. Fill in the name of the location (e.g., Walk-in Fridge, Freezer 1).
5. Set Temperature Bounds:
   • Define the minimum and maximum temperatures for the location (e.g., Fridges should be between 1ºC - 5ºC).
6. Click on the ‘Save’ button to add the location. The new location will now appear in your list of temperature check locations.

Logging a Temperature Check

To log a new temperature check for a location:

1. Find the location card from the grid view.
2. Click on the ‘AM’ or ‘PM’ button.
3. A form will appear asking for the temperature reading. Fill in the temperature.
   • If temperature bounds are set, a Red Amber Green system with a slider will assist you in inputting data.
   • Use the +/- button next to the input to switch between positive or negative temperatures.
4. Click on the ‘Submit’ button to log the temperature check. The new reading will be added to the log for that location.

Viewing Temperature Check Logs

To view the logs of temperature checks for a location:

• By default, you will see logs for the current date.
• Scroll down the page to see logs in a list or table format for easier reading.
• Use the Filters option to view logs from past dates in the tile view.

Archiving a Temperature Check Location

If a location is no longer active but you want to retain its temperature check logs:

1. On the temperature location tile, click the three dots at the top right.
2. Click on ‘Delete Location’.
3. Confirm your action if prompted. The location will be moved to an Archived state.

• To view archived locations, click on the ‘Show Archived’ button at the top of the page in the Filters section.
• Click on ‘Hide Archived’ to hide archived locations again.

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Regular temperature checks are crucial for maintaining food safety standards. Use the ‘Temperature Checks’ feature in Forkto to easily log and monitor temperature readings in your business.