Readiness assessment
A diagnostic view of current practices and records. It helps identify gaps before a formal or higher-stakes assessment.
Hygiene rating
A rating is useful only when its meaning is clear.
Understand the difference between a readiness review, an independent private assessment and an official scheme outcome.
Independent assessment
A defined review conducted by Plenova against an agreed scope. Its result is private unless the terms explicitly say otherwise.
Official Hygiene Rating
A scheme-specific outcome governed by the applicable FSSAI/QCI framework and delivered only through authorised processes and eligible agencies.
What a meaningful rating should do
- Explain the scope and criteria used.
- Be supported by observable practice and verifiable records.
- Show when the assessment occurred and how long an outcome is relevant.
- Provide a route for corrective action, review and questions.
- Avoid being confused with a licence, accreditation or government endorsement.
For current official information, consult the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India and the Quality Council of India.
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