Colour Coded Catering Tong 12 inch, Yellow — HACCP, UK Stock
Colour Coded Catering Tong 12 inch, Yellow — HACCP, UK Stock
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Yellow — for cooked meat. Part of a HACCP colour coded system that keeps food types separate and reduces cross-contamination.
Key Features
- Colour coded 12 inch catering serving tong for HACCP cross-contamination control
- Commercial-grade stainless steel — built for daily professional use
- Vinyl-coated handle for a secure, comfortable grip through long service
- Springless open design with no food traps — quick and easy to clean
- Ambidextrous, dishwasher safe, length approx 30cm
Why You Need Them
In a busy professional kitchen, the same tong moving between raw and cooked food is a real contamination risk and a common audit failure. A colour coded set lets staff grab the right tong instantly, keeps your kitchen HACCP-compliant, and speeds up service — fewer mistakes, faster lines, cleaner inspections.
Commercial Quality & Build
Made from commercial-grade stainless steel with reinforced arms that hold their tension under constant daily use — not lightweight domestic tongs. The smooth, recess-free finish resists food build-up and washes clean, while the vinyl-coated handle stays comfortable during high-volume service. Designed for restaurants, hotels, buffets and contract caterers.
Food Types & Colour Coding
Assign one colour per food type to keep raw, cooked and prepared foods separate — the basis of a HACCP-compliant kitchen:
- Red — raw meat
- Blue — raw fish
- Yellow — cooked meat
- Green — salad & fruit
- Brown — vegetables
- Purple — allergen / free-from
- Black — general purpose
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do professional kitchens use colour coded tongs?
To assign one tong per food type and prevent cross-contamination between raw, cooked and prepared foods, supporting HACCP compliance and passing EHO inspections.
What colour tong is used for raw meat?
Red is used for raw meat, blue for raw fish, yellow for cooked meat, green for salad and fruit, brown for vegetables, purple for allergen or free-from food, and black for general purpose.
What is the 12 inch tong best for?
The 12 inch tong is the all-round choice for general service and most prep.
Are these tongs dishwasher safe?
Yes. They are fully dishwasher safe; dry after washing to protect the stainless steel finish.
Are they suitable for commercial kitchens?
Yes. They are made from commercial-grade stainless steel built for heavy, repeated daily use in professional kitchens.
Why LaunchCatering Ltd
LaunchCatering Ltd is a trusted UK catering equipment supplier. We hold UK stock and dispatch quickly, so your kitchen stays equipped without import delays or downtime.
Important Information
Dishwasher safe. Assign one colour per food type for effective hygiene control. Avoid prolonged contact with salt and dry after washing.
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