Food Group At Positive Start food hygiene rating
Distributors/Transporters · Rossendale
Food Group At Positive Start holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the distributor met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 15 February 2019, more than 7 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
93% of rated food businesses in Rossendale score 4 or 5, so this is a normal, good result for the area. See all Rossendale ratings →
Address: 4 Bury Road, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 6AA
How it compares in Rossendale
That puts Food Group At Positive Start among the 496 places in Rossendale holding top marks, 80% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 496 | 80% | ← Food Group At Positive Start | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 78 | 13% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 19 | 3% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 17 | 3% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 71 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Food Group At Positive Start none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Food Group At Positive Start, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casked Ale House & Ginporium Pub/bar/nightclub | 44 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 September 2024 |
| Blind Tiger Pub/bar/nightclub | 51 yards away | 5 - Very good | 18 December 2024 |
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - other | 103 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 June 2026 |
| A'Vucciria Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 121 yards away | 5 - Very good | 5 June 2026 |
| Fire Station Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 150 yards away | 5 - Very good | 28 March 2023 |
| Bread Shed Takeaway/sandwich shop | 277 yards away | 5 - Very good | 9 January 2025 |
| Bargain World Retailers - other | 322 yards away | 5 - Very good | 7 February 2024 |
| Greggs Plc Retailers - other | 330 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 May 2026 |
Questions about Food Group At Positive Start
What is Food Group At Positive Start's food hygiene rating?
Food Group At Positive Start has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Rossendale Council on 15 February 2019.
Is Food Group At Positive Start safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this distributor to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Food Group At Positive Start last inspected?
Food Group At Positive Start was last inspected on 15 February 2019, more than 7 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Rossendale Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Food Group At Positive Start?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Food Group At Positive Start compare to other places in Rossendale?
80% of the 619 rated food businesses in Rossendale hold the top rating of 5, and Food Group At Positive Start is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Rossendale Council inspects Food Group At Positive Start and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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Food Group At Positive Start is one of 177 rated food businesses in Rawtenstall. See every hygiene rating in Rawtenstall →
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