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Organizing with Folders

Folders help organise your knowledge base into logical sections.

Allergen Management

Track allergens in your menu items to keep customers safe and comply with UK regulations.

My Documents (Mobile)

Staff can upload their personal documents like certificates and training records.

Getting Started with Paddl

A step-by-step guide to setting up your Paddl account, inviting your team, and configuring your business.

Staff Induction Tracking

Track new staff inductions to ensure everyone completes required onboarding.

Managing Notifications

Control how and when Paddl notifies you about important events.

Managing Multiple Locations

Paddl supports businesses with multiple locations. Each location has its own tasks, equipment, and compliance tracking.

Logging In and Troubleshooting Access

How to log in, switch accounts, and fix common access issues.

What is Paddl?

Paddl is a comprehensive compliance and operations management platform designed specifically for the hospitality industry. Whether you run a café, restaurant, pub, hotel, or takeaway, Paddl helps you stay compliant and organised.

Downloading the Mobile App

Paddl Assist is available for both iOS and Android devices.

Mobile App Overview

Paddl Assist is the mobile app for staff to complete daily tasks, submit reports, and access knowledge. Available on iOS and Android.

Admin Panel vs Mobile App

Understand the difference between the admin panel and the mobile app, and when to use each.

Mobile App Settings

Customise your Paddl Assist mobile app experience through the settings menu.

Downloading the Paddl App

Where to download the Paddl mobile app and how to log in for the first time.

Resetting Your Password

If you've forgotten your password, you can reset it via email.

Reviewing Staff Submissions

Managers review staff submissions from the Reports & Requests section.

Temperature Monitoring

Regular temperature monitoring is essential for food safety. Paddl helps you track and document all temperature checks.

Routines and Checklists

How to create, schedule, and assign recurring checklists for your team.

COSHH Chemical Management

COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) requires you to manage chemicals safely. Paddl helps track your chemical inventory.

Equipment Service Tracking

Keep equipment properly maintained with scheduled service tracking.

Opening & Closing Routines

Opening and closing routines ensure consistent start and end-of-day procedures.

Training and Compliance Tracking

How to set up training requirements, track completion, and understand the compliance dashboard.

Equipment Health Insights

Paddl uses AI to analyse your equipment and provide maintenance recommendations.

Compliance Calendar

The Calendar view shows all upcoming deadlines and renewals.

Knowledge Hub and Ask Paddy

Build a searchable knowledge base for your team and let the AI assistant handle common questions.

HACCP Plan Management

Create and manage HACCP plans for your food safety compliance, including Critical Control Points, corrective actions, and reviews.

Risk Assessments

How to create risk assessments, require staff sign-off, and schedule periodic reviews.

Training Sign-Offs

Require staff to acknowledge they've read important procedures by enabling sign-offs on knowledge articles.

Equipment Management

How to track equipment, set servicing schedules, and upload related documents.

Managing Suppliers

How to add and manage your supplier information.

Cleaning Schedules & Records

Maintain comprehensive cleaning records to demonstrate hygiene compliance.

SFBB Packs

SFBB (Safer Food Better Business) is a food safety management system designed by the Food Standards Agency. Paddl helps you create and maintain your SFBB pack.

COSHH Management

How to maintain your COSHH register and track chemical safety information.

EHO Dashboard (Mobile)

Access your compliance dashboard on mobile to prepare for Environmental Health Officer inspections.

Documents and Staff Sign-Off

How to upload documents, require staff signatures, and track sign-off completion.

Configuring Your Business Profile

Set up your business profile including organization details, logo, and location configuration.

Customer Complaint Management

Track and resolve customer complaints systematically to improve service and identify patterns.

Insurance & Licence Tracking

Keep track of business insurance policies and licences with expiry alerts.

Supplier Management

Keep track of all your suppliers in one place with contact details and notes.

Creating Routines

Routines are recurring tasks that staff complete on a schedule.

Staff Training Tracking

Track required training and certifications for your team.

Allergen Matrix

How to set up your allergen matrix, import data in bulk, and keep it updated.

Managing Alerts

Learn how to view, manage, and resolve alerts for equipment, documents, tasks, and compliance items.

Delivery Check Records

Document delivery inspections to maintain food safety and quality standards.

Using the AI Assistant

Paddl includes an AI assistant that can answer questions about your procedures, compliance requirements, and more.

Pest Control Management

Document pest control measures and contractor visits to maintain hygiene standards.

Accident & Near Miss Reporting

Document workplace accidents and near misses to maintain safety records and identify hazards.

Understanding the Dashboard

The Dashboard gives you an at-a-glance view of your compliance status and recent activity.

Subscription & Billing

Manage your Paddl subscription and billing from the Admin Panel.

Preparing for EHO Visits

The EHO (Environmental Health Officer) dashboard helps you prepare for inspections.

Manager Mode on Mobile

Learn how to use manager features on the mobile app, including team oversight and content creation.

Document Signing

Learn how to request and complete digital signatures for documents, SFBB packs, and risk assessments.

Document & Article Versioning

Paddl tracks changes to knowledge articles, allowing you to view history and understand what's changed.

Staff Training Matrix

View and manage your team's training status, assign requirements, and track certificate expiries.

Custom Record Types

Beyond the built-in report types, you can create custom record types for your specific needs.

Submitting Quick Reports

Quick reports let staff log incidents and requests immediately from the mobile app.

Creating Knowledge Articles

Build your internal knowledge base with articles that staff can access from the mobile app.

Exporting Your Data

Export your data for reporting, analysis, or record-keeping purposes.

Using Offline Mode

Learn how to use the Paddl mobile app when you don't have internet access, and how data syncs when you're back online.

Inviting and Managing Team Members

How to invite staff, assign roles, and organise your team into groups.

Quick Tasks for Managers

Create ad-hoc tasks for your team members that need to be completed outside of regular routines.

Logging In

Access Paddl using your email and password on both the Admin Panel and Mobile App.

Personal Compliance Dashboard

Track your personal compliance status including documents, training, risk assessments, and inductions.

Admin Panel Overview

The Admin Panel is your central hub for managing compliance, tasks, and team operations. Access it from any desktop browser at manage.paddl-ai.co.

Inviting Team Members

Build your team by inviting staff members to Paddl. Each person gets their own account with role-based access.

Setting Up Your Business

When you first sign up for Paddl, you'll go through a quick setup process to configure your business.

Fire Safety Compliance

Maintain fire safety records and ensure your premises meets fire safety requirements.

Staff Check-In & Check-Out

Paddl uses GPS-verified check-ins to track attendance and ensure staff are at the correct location.