Summary
For Correctional Commercial Kitchen Equipment Delivery & Installation
Provided by Aldevra – Correctional Foodservice Systems
This self-assessment helps correctional facilities determine whether all operational, security, and physical conditions are ready before kitchen equipment is delivered or installed. Completing this checklist reduces delays, safety incidents, and security risks.
All sections should be reviewed at least 2–4 weeks prior to scheduled installation.
SECTION 1 — Project Administration & Planning
1.1 Scheduling & Approvals
☐ Installation date approved by facility administration
☐ Work window aligned with custody schedule (no conflicts with counts/movement)
☐ Internal departments notified: Foodservice, Maintenance, Custody, Procurement
☐ Required permits, if any, have been issued
☐ Pre-install briefing scheduled with contractor and facility stakeholders
1.2 Documentation
☐ Shop drawings reviewed
☐ Equipment cut sheets approved
☐ Utility requirements validated
☐ Compliance requirements understood (ACFSA, NSF, UL 300, HACCP, BAA/TAA)
☐ Manufacturer installation manuals received
SECTION 2 — Security Readiness
2.1 Contractor Access Requirements
☐ Background checks completed for all contractor personnel
☐ Temporary badges or access passes prepared
☐ Visitor/contractor logs updated
☐ Facility escort staff assigned
2.2 Movement & Perimeter Control
☐ Approved access route established (gate → sally port → kitchen area)
☐ Sally port scheduling confirmed with custody
☐ Contractor movement restrictions documented
☐ Inmate traffic rerouted during install window
2.3 Compliance With Contraband Protocols
☐ Facility reviewed tool control expectations with contractor
☐ Prohibited items list communicated
☐ Staging area for tools and equipment secured
SECTION 3 — Physical Environment Readiness
3.1 Space Preparation
☐ Existing equipment removed (if applicable)
☐ Floors / walls repaired and cleaned
☐ Layout area clear for new equipment footprint
☐ Height, width, depth, and turning clearances verified
3.2 Path-of-Travel Conditions
☐ Doors, halls, sally ports measured for equipment passage
☐ Obstacles removed from path (carts, racks, supplies)
☐ Protective floor coverings installed (if required)
☐ Temporary storage area designated for crating and materials
SECTION 4 — Utility Readiness
4.1 Electrical
☐ Voltage, amperage, phase match equipment requirements
☐ Outlets/disconnects installed in correct locations
☐ Breakers labeled
☐ Electrician scheduled for standby support (if required)
4.2 Plumbing
☐ Water lines stubbed in and capped
☐ Drain locations verified
☐ Backflow prevention installed where required
☐ Floor drains operable and properly trapped
4.3 Gas (If Applicable)
☐ Shutoff valves and regulators installed
☐ Gas lines pressure tested
☐ Quick connects approved for institutional use
4.4 Ventilation
☐ Hood system operational and cleaned
☐ UL 300 fire suppression system compliant
☐ Make-up air and exhaust balanced
☐ Hood interlocks functional
4.5 Remote Refrigeration (If Applicable)
☐ Line sets installed
☐ Condenser location ready (roof/mechanical room)
☐ Penetrations sealed per security protocol
SECTION 5 — Operational Readiness
5.1 Staffing & Access
☐ Custody staff available for escort
☐ Foodservice director or maintenance lead available during install
☐ Work zone kept clear of inmates during installation
5.2 Safety & Emergency Planning
☐ Lockout/Tagout procedures reviewed
☐ Fire suppression and alarms coordinated with contractor
☐ Emergency response protocols communicated
5.3 Sanitation & HACCP
☐ Cleaning and sanitation area prepared
☐ HACCP logs updated with new equipment points (if needed)
☐ Detergent/chemical suppliers notified for setup
SECTION 6 — Packaging & Debris Management
6.1 Secure Debris Handling
☐ Plan established for controlled debris removal
☐ No loose banding, staples, straps, or foam permitted unsupervised
☐ Designated area for crate breakdown and disposal
6.2 Environmental Considerations
☐ Path clean and free of slip hazards
☐ Waste removal coordinated with maintenance or contractor
SECTION 7 — Final Readiness Verification
Facility confirms the following:
☐ Installation area is fully prepared
☐ Utilities have been tested and verified
☐ Path of travel confirmed
☐ Staff and escort schedules set
☐ Contractor pre-install meeting completed
☐ No outstanding facility tasks remain
SECTION 8 — Sign-Off
Foodservice Director / Facility Representative
Name: ___________________________________
Signature: _________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
Facility Maintenance Lead
Name: ___________________________________
Signature: _________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
Custody Supervisor (If Required)
Name: ___________________________________
Signature: _________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
