Golden Dragon
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Golden Dragon is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 5 Ling Forest Court, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 3PH, in the Mansfield local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 19 August 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Mansfield oversees 925 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Mansfield is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Golden Dragon?
Golden Dragon has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Mansfield.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was Golden Dragon last inspected?
Golden Dragon was last inspected on 2024-08-19. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can Golden Dragon improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is Golden Dragon located?
Golden Dragon is located at 5 Ling Forest Court, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire , NG18 3PH, in the Mansfield local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the NG18 postcode area.