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Make time for the SFBB 4-weekly review

The 4-weekly review is a chance to look back, notice repeated problems and update the way your business works. Prevra keeps that review close to the daily records it draws on.

What it covers

Built around the record you already keep.

01

Review dates

Keep a clear place for each review so it does not get lost among daily entries.

02

Diary context

Find the records and problems from the period you are reviewing.

03

Decisions and follow-up

Write down what you found, what you changed and what still needs doing.

How it works

From the check to a clear record.

A simple routine helps the whole team keep records that make sense later.

01

Look back

Review the diary and the checks recorded since the previous review.

02

Spot patterns

Note repeated problems and changes to equipment, suppliers, menus or staff that affect your safe methods.

03

Record the outcome

Keep the decision and any action with the review date, including when no problems were found.

Good practice

Make every record useful.

Prevra does not replace your existing SFBB pack, safe methods or staff training.

  • Continue completing the 4-weekly review in your current SFBB pack.
  • Keep daily notes specific enough that you can understand them later.
  • Use the review to check whether your safe methods and cleaning schedule still match the business.
Read: The SFBB 4-weekly review explained

Questions

Good to know.

Do I need a review if nothing went wrong?

The Food Standards Agency review form says to complete the review even if no problems were found. Follow the guidance for your own SFBB pack.

Does Prevra automatically decide what to change?

No. The person responsible for food safety still needs to review what happened and decide on appropriate action.

For official advice, use the Food Standards Agency’s SFBB guidance. Prevra is independent of the Food Standards Agency.