Daily / Weekly Verification Checklist
Version 2.0 · Publication Date: 2026-09-22 · Status: Published / Effective
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F-19 provides a standardized, auditable checklist for venues serving non-alcoholic (NA) draft.
This checklist is designed to:
- Prevent mis-taps
- Maintain NA identity and separation
- Ensure verification practices remain consistent
- Document compliance for audits and incident review
This is the venue’s front-line operational tool, used daily and weekly.
1. Purpose of the Checklist
The checklist ensures:
- Correct NA keg is connected
- Verification scans occur on schedule
- Identification components remain intact
- Cooler and tower organization meet DraftVerify standards
- Issues are documented and escalated appropriately
This serves both as a compliance document and a training reinforcement tool.
2. How to Use This Checklist
- Complete Daily Checklist every day before service.
- Complete Weekly Checklist every 7 days.
- Keep all completed checklists in venue records for at least 12 months.
- Provide logs during audits (F-33) or incident investigations (F-22).
3. Daily Verification Checklist
3.1 Front-of-House (FOH)
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tower marker is visible and correctly placed | ☐ | |
| Faucet serving NA is correctly labeled | ☐ | |
| No unauthorized product switching on tower | ☐ | |
| Staff know which faucet serves NA draft | ☐ |
3.2 Back-of-House (Cooler)
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Line Tag is visible and intact | ☐ | |
| Coupler Tag zip tie intact and secure | ☐ | |
| Coupler Tag not rotating freely | ☐ | |
| No signs of tampering or tag damage | ☐ | |
| NA keg identity matches expected product | ☐ | |
| Cooler maintains NA separation | ☐ | |
| NA keg not buried under alcoholic kegs | ☐ | |
| Keg positioned with tag facing outward | ☐ |
3.3 Verification Scan (Daily)
Before opening:
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Coupler Tag scanned successfully | ☐ | |
| Verification page matches product | ☐ | |
| Tag status = Active | ☐ | |
| DTI matches current keg documentation | ☐ |
If scan fails → STOP SERVICE, follow F-22 Incident Response.
4. Weekly Verification Checklist
4.1 System Integrity
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Re-scan active keg | ☐ | |
| Confirm NA line is still dedicated | ☐ | |
| Cooler map updated if placement changed | ☐ | |
| Check line tag for wear or fading | ☐ | |
| Inspect tower marker placement | ☐ | |
| Confirm staff followed switching protocol | ☐ |
4.2 Product Switching Review
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Any keg changes documented | ☐ | |
| Verification scans recorded for each change | ☐ | |
| Empty keg removed without cutting tag | ☐ | |
| No evidence of incorrect keg switching | ☐ |
4.3 Cleaning & Maintenance
| Item | Check | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Faucet cleaned according to venue schedule | ☐ | |
| Line cleaning logged (F-21 reference) | ☐ | |
| No residue, blockages, or leaks | ☐ |
5. Required Records
Venues shall maintain:
- Completed daily checklists
- Completed weekly checklists
- Verification scan logs
- Product switching records
- Incident reports (per F-22)
- Cooler layout diagrams (if applicable)
Records support compliance audits and issue resolution.
6. Non-Compliance Conditions
A venue is non-compliant if:
- Daily or weekly checklists are missing
- Verification scans are not performed
- Coupler Tag is missing or compromised
- NA identity is unclear or mislabeled
- NA separation is not maintained
Corrective action is required immediately.
7. Summary
F-19 ensures that venues maintain:
- Clear NA identification
- Daily verification discipline
- Weekly operational review
- Traceable documentation
- Safe service practices
This checklist reinforces the DraftVerify Standard every single day, protecting consumers and ensuring consistent, trusted NA draft service.