W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level)
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) is a retailers - other located at WHSmith, Unit L16C Balcony 1, South Terminal Airside, London Road, RH6 0NN, in the Crawley local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 August 2023, 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. Crawley oversees 950 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Crawley is 4.8 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level)?
W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Crawley.
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 W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) last inspected?
W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) was last inspected on 2023-08-08. 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 W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) located?
W H Smith Balcony (Upper Level) is located at WHSmith, Unit L16C Balcony 1, South Terminal Airside, London Road , RH6 0NN, in the Crawley local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the RH6 postcode area.