Top tips on running a healthy drinks vending machine in school

Thursday 7 October 2004

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There are eight main points to remember when setting up a healthy vending machine in your school.

Pupil power is key – get them involved in choosing the products for the healthy drinks vending machine.
Make sure catering staff are committed to making the new machine work.
Provide a broad range of products and keep prices competitive.
Carefully consider where to locate the machines, as catering staff will need to refill stock on a regular basis.
Keep a log of which products sell best so popular items can be replaced quickly.
The customer is king! Listen to pupils' feedback on what they like and don't like.
Encourage pupils to devise a marketing or promotional campaign for the new machines as part of their studies.
Manage litter by providing bins near to the machines.