You’ve done the hard work: hired the right team, invested in equipment, and kept operations running smoothly. But when that auditor walks in, all it takes is one overlooked detail to disrupt your day.
Compliance isn’t just a tick-box exercise. It’s about protecting your staff, your products, and your business. One slip-up, and the consequences can be costly: fines, delays, or worse, compromised product safety.
The Hidden Risks of Non-Compliance
Even the most experienced operators can be caught off guard by things like:
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Poorly maintained or malfunctioning doors that affect temperature control in cold storage.
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Gaps in HACCP, safety, or industry-specific protocols.
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Equipment that slows down workflow, increasing the chance of human error.
These small issues risk the smooth running of your entire operation.
Make Compliance a Confidence, Not a Concern
Facilities that succeed don’t wait for an audit to find out what’s wrong. They invest in infrastructure that performs reliably under scrutiny. That includes:
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High-speed, self-repairing doors that maintain temperature and hygiene standards
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Rapid open-and-close cycles minimise air exchange, helping preserve product quality and reduce energy costs.
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Self-repairing design keeps operations running smoothly, lowering downtime and avoiding costly interruptions.
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Doors and access points designed to reduce bottlenecks and human error
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Fast, intuitive operation keeps staff and vehicles moving safely through high-traffic zones.
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Smart design reduces the chance of accidental damage or operational mistakes, protecting both people and assets.
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Proactive maintenance and monitoring, so there are no surprises
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Regular servicing and monitoring identify issues before they cause disruptions.
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Consistent, proactive support extends the life of your doors and ensures predictable running costs. Click here to enquire online with the Remax Doors team about what a Preventative Maintenance Plan would look like for your site.
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The result? When the auditor walks through your door, you can focus on showing your best practices, not scrambling to fix problems.
Take Control Before the Audit
Compliance doesn’t have to be stressful. By ensuring your facility is equipped with reliable, Australian standard, industry-ready infrastructure, you turn audits from a test into a confirmation of your hard work.
Your team, your products, and your reputation deserve doors that work as hard as you do. Make your facility audit-ready, every day.
Use this Checklist to get ahead of the Auditor:
This checklist below describes some of the evidence to be collected by the Auditor during the assessment process.
With an effective facility inspection checklist, you can:
- Ensure comprehensive and consistent inspections across all areas
- Be on top of compliance and regulatory requirements
- Implement and track preventive maintenance strategies
Pre-Audit Food Safety Checklist
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| 1. | Food Safety Program |
| ☐ Food safety program fully implemented ☐ All potential food safety hazards identified ☐ Controls in place for each hazard ☐ Monitoring and record-keeping procedures in place ☐ Corrective actions documented and followed |
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| 2. | Food Handling & Processing |
| ☐ Staff following safe food handling practices ☐ Processing techniques comply with industry standards ☐ Any non-conformities posing food safety risk resolved |
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| 3. | Premises, Equipment & Transport |
| ☐ Food premises meet minimum food safety standards ☐ Fixtures and fittings meet hygiene and safety requirements ☐ Equipment is maintained and compliant with Australian Standards ☐ Transport vehicles for food are clean and safe ☐ Design, construction, and maintenance comply with relevant legislation |
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| 4. | Staff Competence |
| ☐ Staff training and assessment records up to date ☐ Staff knowledge and training up to date in:
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| 5. | Documentation & Compliance |
| ☐ All required records are up to date ☐ Facility compliant with applicable food safety legislation ☐ Documentation accessible for audit review |
