Pressure Point

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2023-09-21

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Pressure Point is a retailers - other located at 340 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End, HA5 4HR, in the Harrow local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 21 September 2023, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Harrow oversees 1,882 registered food businesses, of which 68% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Harrow is 4.4 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. 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.

Details

Business Type
Retailers - other
Address
340 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End
Postcode
HA5 4HR
Local Authority
Harrow
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
551740

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Pressure Point?

Pressure Point has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Harrow.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?

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 Pressure Point last inspected?

Pressure Point was last inspected on 2023-09-21. 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 Pressure Point 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 Pressure Point located?

Pressure Point is located at 340 Uxbridge Road, Hatch End , HA5 4HR, in the Harrow local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the HA5 postcode area.