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Hygiplas Colour Coded Serving Tong 405mm

SKU: HC848

£7.79(£9.35 inc VAT)

Colour: Black
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These stainless steel serving tongs from Hygiplas are 405mm long and fitted with colour coded vinyl handles. The extra length makes them practical for deep gastronorm pans, chafing dishes, and service counters where shorter tongs would bring hands too close to heat or food.

The colour coding system is designed to support allergen segregation and cross-contamination controls in line with standard food safety practice. Each colour corresponds to a food category:

  • Black — general use
  • Blue — raw fish
  • Brown — vegetables
  • Green — salad and fruit
  • Purple — allergens
  • Red — raw meat
  • Yellow — cooked meat

In busy service environments, colour coded utensils help staff make the right choices quickly without relying solely on memory or labelling. They are commonly used alongside colour coded chopping boards as part of a broader kitchen hygiene system.

The stainless steel construction holds up well to daily commercial use and repeated dishwasher cycles. The vinyl grip handles are straightforward to wipe down between uses during service. These are a practical, low-cost addition to any food safety toolkit rather than a premium utensil, and they perform well in that role.

If you are setting up a colour coded utensil system across a kitchen and are unsure which categories to prioritise or how many sets to stock, the team is happy to talk it through.

Frequently asked questions

How does the colour coding system work in practice?

Each handle colour corresponds to a food category — red for raw meat, blue for raw fish, yellow for cooked meat, green for salad and fruit, brown for vegetables, purple for allergens, and black for general use. The system mirrors the colour coding used on commercial chopping boards, so staff working across both will find the logic consistent. It works best when the full colour range is stocked and utensils are stored separately by colour.

Are these tongs suitable for hot service as well as cold food preparation?

The stainless steel body handles heat contact well and is suitable for use at serving counters, chafing dishes, and bain-maries. The vinyl handle grip is practical for most service temperatures, though it is worth noting these are general-purpose serving tongs rather than specialist high-heat cooking tongs.

How many sets should a kitchen stock?

That depends on the number of concurrent food categories being handled and the volume of service. A busy kitchen with multiple allergen requirements will typically need more than one tong per colour to avoid bottlenecks during peak service. Having spares available also allows one set to be in the dishwasher without disrupting service. If you are stocking a new kitchen or reviewing your current setup, it is worth considering your full cover count and menu range before ordering.
Hygiplas Colour Coded Serving Tong 405mm

£7.79(£9.35 inc VAT)

£7.79(£9.35 inc VAT)

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Colour: Black
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Brown
  • Green
  • Purple
  • Red
  • Yellow

These stainless steel serving tongs from Hygiplas are 405mm long and fitted with colour coded vinyl handles. The extra length makes them practical for deep gastronorm pans, chafing dishes, and service counters where shorter tongs would bring hands too close to heat or food.

The colour coding system is designed to support allergen segregation and cross-contamination controls in line with standard food safety practice. Each colour corresponds to a food category:

  • Black — general use
  • Blue — raw fish
  • Brown — vegetables
  • Green — salad and fruit
  • Purple — allergens
  • Red — raw meat
  • Yellow — cooked meat

In busy service environments, colour coded utensils help staff make the right choices quickly without relying solely on memory or labelling. They are commonly used alongside colour coded chopping boards as part of a broader kitchen hygiene system.

The stainless steel construction holds up well to daily commercial use and repeated dishwasher cycles. The vinyl grip handles are straightforward to wipe down between uses during service. These are a practical, low-cost addition to any food safety toolkit rather than a premium utensil, and they perform well in that role.

If you are setting up a colour coded utensil system across a kitchen and are unsure which categories to prioritise or how many sets to stock, the team is happy to talk it through.