Cold Chain Handling Checklist

Use this template to turn temperature-controlled handling videos into a compliance checklist.

Template Metadata

Temperature Requirements

State product temperature ranges, tolerance windows, and measurement units.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Pre-Trip Checks

List trailer pre-cool, probe calibration, seal, fuel, battery, and data logger checks.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Loading

Document staging time limits, door discipline, airflow spacing, and pallet placement.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

In-Transit Monitoring

Explain monitoring frequency, alerts, driver actions, and escalation contacts.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Receiving

List temperature capture, seal verification, unloading timing, and acceptance criteria.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Excursions

Document what to do when temperature goes outside the allowed range.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Records

List logs, screenshots, forms, and retention requirements.

Notes

[Add context, assumptions, exceptions, evidence links, screenshots, calculations, or reviewer comments.]

Review and Signoff

Document review conclusions, approvals, unresolved items, and next review date.