Brewery Cleaning Checklist Template

Keep your brewery sparkling and compliant! This comprehensive Brewery Cleaning Checklist Template ensures spotless tanks, spotless floors, and a top-notch brewing environment. Download now for peace of mind and consistently delicious beer.

This Template was installed 5 times.

Brewing Equipment

1 of 10

Check and clean all brewing vessels, tanks, and associated hardware.

Mash Tun Temperature (Degrees F)

Sparge Temperature (Degrees F)

Notes on Mash Performance

Lauter Vorlauf Clarity

Last Calibration Date - Wort Pump

Wort Transfer Start Time

Photo of Wort Clarity

Fermentation Vessels

2 of 10

Inspect and sanitize fermentation tanks, conical fermenters, and pressure vessels.

Temperature (Initial)

Temperature (Final)

Yeast Pitching Status

Fermentation Start Date

Yeast Pitching Time

Observations/Notes

Keg Washing & Sanitation

3 of 10

Verify proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures for all kegs and associated equipment.

Keg Soak Time (Minutes)

Sanitizer Used

Notes on Keg Condition (Rust, Damage)

Date of Last Keg Cleaning

Sanitizer Concentration (ppm)

Rinse Cycle Completed?

Cellar & Cold Storage

4 of 10

Maintain cleanliness and temperature control in the cellar and cold storage areas.

Temperature (Cold Storage)

Temperature (Cellar)

Last Deep Clean Date

Notes on Temperature Fluctuations

Pest Control Observations

Lighting Condition

Photo of Storage Area

Pumps & Piping

5 of 10

Inspect and clean pumps, valves, and all piping systems to prevent contamination.

Pump Inlet Pressure (PSI)

Pump Outlet Pressure (PSI)

Pump Noise Level (Normal/Excessive)

Leakage Observed (Yes/No)

Description of Leakage (If Applicable)

Last Pipe Cleaning Date

Pipe Temperature (Degrees F)

Pipe Condition (Good/Fair/Poor)

Floor & Drains

6 of 10

Ensure floor surfaces are clean and free of debris; inspect and clean drains regularly.

Floor Temperature (°C)

Drain Flow Rate (L/min)

Floor Condition

Drain Odor

Last Drain Cleaning Date

Notes/Observations

Bottling/Canning Line

7 of 10

Clean and sanitize all equipment related to bottling and canning processes.

Bottle/Can Fill Level (mm)

Carbonation Pressure (PSI)

Seam Integrity (Rating 1-5)

Date Coding Correct?

Contaminants Observed?

If 'Other' contaminant, please describe

Last Line Cleaning Date

Taproom & Bar Area

8 of 10

Maintain a clean and sanitary taproom and bar area, including draft lines.

Draft Line Pressure (PSI)

Draft Line Cleaning Method

Last Draft Line Cleaning Date

Time of Last Draft Line Cleaning

Notes on Cleanliness/Issues Found

Areas Inspected (Check all that apply)

Overall Cleanliness Rating

Waste Management

9 of 10

Properly dispose of spent grain, yeast, and other waste materials.

Spent Grain Weight (lbs)

Yeast Sludge Volume (gallons)

Last Spent Grain Disposal Date

Disposal Method Notes (e.g., Farm Name, Compost Facility)

Disposal Route

Waste Manifest Attached?

HACCP Compliance

10 of 10

Verify adherence to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan.

Last HACCP Plan Review Date

Temperature of Refrigerated Storage (Record Actual)

pH Level of Cleaning Solution (Record Actual)

Sanitizer Type Used

Critical Control Point Monitoring Status

Corrective Actions Taken (If Out of Limits)

Time of Temperature/pH Recording

Supporting Documentation (e.g., Lab Results)

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