Rating: Major Improvement Necessary
6,326 establishments with this rating
What Does Food Hygiene Rating 1 Mean?
A food hygiene rating of 1 means Major Improvement Necessary. The business was found to have poor food hygiene practices and needs to make significant changes.
Businesses with a rating of 1 have serious issues that need to be resolved. This could include poor food handling practices, inadequate temperature controls, significant building maintenance problems, or a lack of food safety management procedures.
What Inspectors Look For
A rating of 1 results from high penalty scores (20+) in one or more inspection categories. The local authority will provide detailed requirements for improvement and is likely to carry out follow-up inspections. In some cases, enforcement action may be considered.
What does food hygiene rating 1 mean?
A food hygiene rating of 1 means “Major Improvement Necessary”. The food safety inspector found significant problems with the business’s food hygiene practices, premises, or management systems. The business is required to make substantial improvements.
Is a food hygiene rating of 1 dangerous?
A rating of 1 indicates major problems were found, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll become ill from eating there. However, the risk is higher than at a well-rated establishment. The business is still legally operating, but the local authority will be monitoring it closely for improvements.