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Lithuania: records to keep
The records and registrations your kitchen must keep.
Checked
“Law” is a binding rule. “Official guidance” is not law, but inspectors expect it. “Chef Hygiene default” is a value the app checks against where no rule gives a number.
- LawKeep supplier and traceability documents for 6 months (short-life food), shelf life plus 6 months (longer-life food), or 5 years (long-keeping food) (HN 15:2021, item 28).
- LawA pest plan with monitoring and extermination is required (HN 15:2021, item 26). The law sets no visit frequency; Chef Hygiene suggests a monthly own check.
- Chef Hygiene defaultChef Hygiene suggests keeping temperature sheets for 1 year.
Official sources
- State Food and Veterinary Service (VMVT)
- Hygiene Norm HN 15:2021 and other legal acts (e-seimas)
- National Public Health Centre (NVSC)
- Ministry of Health (SAM)
- Fire and Rescue Department (VPGT)
This page is general information, not legal advice. Check with your local authority.