Argos Ltd
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Argos Ltd is a retailers - other located at 513 - 519 Bearwood Road, Smethwick, B66 4BE, in the Sandwell local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 31 March 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Sandwell oversees 2,645 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Sandwell is 4.5 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Argos Ltd?
Argos Ltd has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Sandwell.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a retailers - other?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Argos Ltd last inspected?
Argos Ltd was last inspected on 2025-03-31. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Argos Ltd located?
Argos Ltd is located at 513 - 519 Bearwood Road, Smethwick , B66 4BE, in the Sandwell local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the B66 postcode area.