AM PM Vending

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-11-15

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

AM PM Vending is a other catering premises located at null, in the Torfaen local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 15 November 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Torfaen oversees 792 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Torfaen is 4.5 out of 5. 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.

Details

Business Type
Other catering premises
Address
Not available
Postcode
Not available
Local Authority
Torfaen
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
234184

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of AM PM Vending?

AM PM Vending has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Torfaen.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a other catering premises?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was AM PM Vending last inspected?

AM PM Vending was last inspected on 2024-11-15. 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 AM PM Vending 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.