Brent London Borough Council
Thursday 2 October 2003
24–27 June 2003
The Authority was able to demonstrate an effective food law enforcement service with a good level of compliance with the Standard overall. There was evidence of effective management and planning of the Service and the Authority was adhering to its policies and procedures.
Assessments of compliance with food hygiene requirements in general premises, Approved Premises and in licensed butchers’ shops were effectively carried out.
The database was up-to-date, well maintained and effectively used for monitoring purposes. File records were generally well organised, retrievable and contained relevant information.
The Authority’s Strengths
Food Hygiene Inspections–The Authority was undertaking inspections for food hygiene purposes in a structured and comprehensive manner with detailed records. The standard inspection form encouraged a detailed and systematic approach to inspections and helped to ensure that appropriate records were maintained.
Assessment of Approved Premises and licensed butchers’ shops–These assessments were carried out in a thorough manner and detailed records had been maintained over a number of years. Standard inspection and licensing assessment forms aided this process.
Database–The database was accurate, well maintained and effectively utilised to assist in the delivery of the food safety service.
Key Areas for Improvement
There were no key areas for improvement.
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