Palestine |
Code of Ordinances |
Chapter 26. BUSINESSES |
Article X. CITY OF PALESTINE FARMER'S MARKET |
Division 2. HEALTH INSPECTION GUIDELINES |
§ 26-381. Regulations.
(a)
Regulations for prepackaged non-potentially hazardous food.
• Obtained from an approved source: either purchased from an approved source (USDA approved, FDA approved, etc.) or prepared inside an approved kitchen licensed by the State of Texas or local health department with updated inspections.
• Labeling requirements from Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER).
* 229.164(r): (B) Labeling information shall include: the common name of food and the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor.
• Obtain state manufacturing license if producing foods that are being prepared and packaged to take outside permitted kitchen.
(b)
Regulations for prepackaged potentially hazardous foods. (Will require proof of permits/license to show foods are being prepared or packaged inside a permitted kitchen licensed by the state health department or local health departments.)
• Includes milk/dairy, eggs and meats.
• Must meet all food temperature requirements as stated in the TFER.
◦ All cold temperatures maintain 41 degrees and below.
◦ All hot temperatures must maintain 135 degrees and above.
• All products must be from an approved source (as listed above).
• Product must be properly labeled (as listed above).
Ice used for consuming or that comes in contact with food must be from a permitted facility.
Regulations for yard eggs.
• The container has to be marked "ungraded eggs" as well with the safe egg handling rules:
"Safe handling instructions: To prevent illness from bacteria, keep eggs refrigerated, cook eggs until yolks are firm, and cook foods containing eggs thoroughly."
• Refrigerate shell eggs at 45 degrees Fahrenheit or cooler.
FDA is requiring these actions to reduce the risk of illness and death caused by Salmonella Enteritidis (SE), a pathogenic bacterium which is associated with the consumption of shell eggs that have not been treated to destroy Salmonella.
(Ord. No. O-10-17 , § II(Att. B), 3-10-2017)