Rickmansworth Road Guest House
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Rickmansworth Road Guest House is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 73 Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 7ED, in the Watford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 9 March 2018, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very 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. Watford oversees 994 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Watford is 4.7 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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 Rickmansworth Road Guest House?
Rickmansworth Road Guest House has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Watford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?
A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.
When was Rickmansworth Road Guest House last inspected?
Rickmansworth Road Guest House was last inspected on 2018-03-09. 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 Rickmansworth Road Guest House 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 Rickmansworth Road Guest House located?
Rickmansworth Road Guest House is located at 73 Rickmansworth Road, Watford , WD18 7ED, in the Watford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the WD18 postcode area.