Recording accurate temperature logs is a critical component of any effective food safety management system. By maintaining consistent entries such as appliance temperature checks, food-storage/holding temperatures, cooling/reheating data and corrective actions if thresholds are breached, you demonstrate that your temperature-control procedures are being actively monitored and documented.
These records serve as objective proof of due diligence to your local authority or hygiene inspector - a key factor in obtaining and retaining a top-level hygiene rating. Moreover, the logs allow you to spot trends or equipment faults early (e.g., fridge running warm) before they escalate into food-safety incidents, reducing risk and supporting high-standard operations.