Restaurant / Establishment Name: ___________________________
Date: _______________
Shift: □ Morning □ Afternoon □ Evening □ Overnight
Form Completed By (Manager Name): _______________
Time: _______________
Supervisor Signature: _______________
Section 1 — Staff Health Screening
Staff Name | Role / Position | Temp (°f/°c) | Symptoms (Tick All That Apply) | Hand/Skin Check | Wellness Status | Action Taken | Staff Initials | Manager Initials |
E.G. Jane Doe | Line Cook | 98.6°f / 37°c | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore (Bandage + Glove Required) | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | E.G. Assigned To Dishwashing Only | Jd | Mt |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | □ Fever □ Cough □ Vomiting □ Diarrhea □ Sore Throat □ Fatigue □ Jaundice □ None | □ Clear □ Cut/Sore | □ Fit For Duty □ Limited Duty □ Sent Home | _______________ | ____ | ____ |
Section 2 — Individual Wellness Questions (Ask Each Staff Member Verbally Or Have Them Complete Individually Before Starting Their Shift)
Question | Yes | No | Notes / Details |
1. Do You Have Or Have You Recently Had A Fever (above 37.8 °C / 100°f)? | □ | □ | _______________ |
2. Have You Experienced Vomiting Or Diarrhea In The Past 48 Hours? | □ | □ | _______________ |
3. Do You Currently Have A Sore Throat, Persistent Cough, Or Runny Nose? | □ | □ | _______________ |
4. Have You Been Diagnosed With, Or Are Awaiting Results For, A Contagious Illness (E.G., Norovirus, Flu, Covid-19, Hepatitis A)? | □ | □ | _______________ |
5. Have You Had Close Contact With A Confirmed Case Of A Contagious Illness In The Past 5 Days? | □ | □ | _______________ |
6. Have You Taken Any Medication Today For Fever, Nausea, Pain, Or Diarrhea? | □ | □ | _______________ |
7. Do You Have Any Open Cuts, Wounds, Burns, Or Infected Sores On Your Hands, Wrists, Or Arms? | □ | □ | Bandage + Glove Required Before Handling Food |
8. Are You Feeling Unusually Fatigued, Dizzy, Or Unwell Beyond Normal Tiredness? | □ | □ | _______________ |
9. Are You Experiencing Significant Stress, Anxiety, Or A Personal Situation Affecting Your Focus Or Safety At Work Today? | □ | □ | Manager To Follow Up Privately If Needed |
10. Is There Anything Else Affecting Your Ability To Perform Your Duties Safely Today? | □ | □ | _______________ |
Section 3 — Manager Action Guidelines
Symptom / Condition | Required Action | Return-To-Work Criteria |
Fever (>37.8°c / 100°f) | Remove From Duty Immediately. Isolate From Food Handling And Other Staff. | Symptom-Free For A Minimum Of 24–48 Hours Without Fever-Reducing Medication (Follow Local Health Code). |
Vomiting Or Diarrhea | Send Home Immediately. Do Not Allow Near Food Prep, Service, Or Dishwashing Areas. | Symptom-Free For At Least 48 Hours. Medical Clearance May Be Required. |
Diagnosed With Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Or Similar Food-Borne Illness | Exclude From Work Entirely. Notify Local Health Authority If Required. | Medical Clearance And Written Approval from the Health Authority Required Before Return. |
Jaundice (Yellowing Of Skin Or Eyes) | Exclude From Work Immediately. Potential Indicator Of Hepatitis A. | Medical Clearance Required Before Return. |
Sore Throat With Fever | Send Home. | Symptom-Free For 24–48 Hours Or Medical Clearance Obtained. |
Sore Throat Or Cough Without Fever | Allow Masked, Limited Duty Away From Open Food And Direct Customer Contact. Monitor Throughout Shift. | Symptoms Resolved Or Medical Clearance Provided. |
Open Cut, Wound, Or Burn On Hands/Arms | Cover With A Waterproof, Brightly Coloured Bandage And Wear Single-Use Gloves Before Handling Food. | Wound Healed Or Fully Covered And Cleared By Manager. |
Unusual Fatigue Or Dizziness | Assign To Non-Safety-Critical Tasks (E.G., Stocking, Cleaning). Monitor For Deterioration. | Staff Member Reports Feeling Recovered. |
Mental Health / Personal Stress Concern | Manager To Speak Privately. Offer Support, Adjust Duties If Needed. Consider Referral To Eap (Employee Assistance Programme) If Available. | Staff Member Confirms Ability To Work Safely. |
Medication Taken For Fever, Nausea, Or Diarrhea | Treat As Potentially Symptomatic. Restrict Food Handling Duties Until Assessed By Manager. | Confirmed Symptom Resolution Without Ongoing Medication Reliance. |
Section 4 — Incident & Exclusion Log
Date | Staff Name | Reason For Exclusion / Action | Date Cleared To Return | Manager Signature |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ |
_______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ | _______________ |
Important Notes For Managers
This Form Must Be Completed At The Start Of Every Shift, Every Day, Without Exception.
All Records Must Be Retained For A Minimum Of 90 Days (Or As Required By Local Legislation).
Staff Must Never Be Penalised Financially Or Professionally For Reporting Genuine Health Concerns — A No-Blame Reporting Culture Protects Your Team And Your Customers.
When In Doubt, Exclude And Seek Medical Advice. The Cost Of One Sick Shift Is Far Less Than A Food Safety Incident Or Outbreak Investigation.
Consult Your Local Food Safety Authority Guidelines (E.G., South African R638 Regulations, Fda Food Code, Uk Fsa) For Jurisdiction-Specific Requirements.
Emergency / Health Authority Contact: ___________________________
Internal Hr / Eap Contact: ___________________________
