What should be done if a shipment of food is received in the temperature danger zone?

If a shipment of food is received in the temperature danger zone, the following steps should be taken to ensure the safety of the food:

1. Immediately reject the shipment. The food should not be accepted if it has been in the temperature danger zone (between 41°F and 135°F) for more than 4 hours.

2. Contact the shipper. Inform the shipper that the shipment has been rejected and provide them with the temperature of the food when it was received.

3. Document the rejection. Keep a record of the date, time, temperature of the food, and the name of the shipper.

4. Discard the food. The food should be discarded according to local health regulations.

5. Clean and sanitize the area where the food was stored. This will help to prevent the spread of bacteria.

6. Notify the regulatory authority. The local health department should be notified about the shipment of food that was received in the temperature danger zone.

By following these steps, you can help to ensure the safety of the food that is served to your customers.