Scenario: Food inspector uses FormConnect app to conduct restaurant inspection.

Meet Jessica, a health inspector for the County Health Department. Today, she’s visiting “Flavortown Bistro” for a routine food safety inspection. Here’s how the FormConnect app could assist her:

1. Accessing Inspection Checklist & Restaurant Info: Upon arrival, Jessica opens the FormConnect app and retrieves the specific inspection checklist for restaurants based on her department’s standards. She reviews the restaurant’s information, including past inspection reports and any reported violations.
2. Inspection & Data Capture: As Jessica walks through the restaurant, she uses the app to:
   • Mark compliance: Electronically check off items on the checklist indicating adherence to food safety regulations, like proper food storage temperatures,hygiene practices, and equipment maintenance.
   • Record observations: Note down any concerns or potential violations witnessed during the inspection, with options to:
     • Attach photos: Capture visual evidence of non-compliant practices or equipment issues.
     • Record specific details: Add comments, measurements, or timestamps for each observation.
     • Perform temperature checks: Utilize builtin temperature recording features within the app to document fridge and freezer temperatures directly.
3. Interaction with Restaurant Staff: While explaining her findings and corrective actions to the restaurant, Jessica leverages the app to:
   • Share photos: Visually clarify identified concerns and demonstrate necessary improvements.
   • Answer questions and document responses: Capture any questions or clarifications from the manager for follow-up.
4. Reporting & Corrective Actions: Back at her office, Jessica uses the app to:
   • Complete her inspection report.
   • Directly issue electronic citations within the report for documented violations.
   • Suggest specific steps for the restaurant to address identified issues, with options to assign deadlines and track their completion within the app.
5. Submitting & Sharing: With a tap, Jessica submits the completed report and recommendations to her department’s database. The app automatically sends a copy of the report to the restaurant for their reference including any violation citations and required corrective actions.