HACCP Plan


“Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point” framework used to identify potential hazards in food production. TXDSHS encourages HACCP-based approaches in high-volume or high-risk operations.

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Outdoor Cooking Stations

Mobile grills or smokers set up outside. TXDSHS inspects them for handwashing setups, proper temp...

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Fermentation on Site

Kombucha, sauerkraut, or yogurt made in-house. TXDSHS sees this as higher risk if not properly mo...

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Unapproved Kitchen Gadgets

Devices not NSF-certified or unknown to TXDSHS can be cited during inspections if they pose a foo...

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Dry Storage Organization

Keeping non-perishable items off the floor, away from walls, and labeled with use-by dates. TXDSH...

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Active Managerial Control

A proactive approach where managers continuously verify staff compliance with TXDSHS health regul...

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Shellfish Tags

Records attached to each batch of shellfish indicating harvest location/date. TXDSHS requires ret...

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Marinating and Brining Rules

Storing marinades in refrigerated containers and discarding any marinade exposed to raw meat. TXD...

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Seasonal Menu Changes

Adding or removing dishes based on ingredient availability. Staff retraining may be needed to avo...

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Food Establishment Inspection

Periodic visits by health inspectors to verify compliance with TXDSHS standards, checking cooking...

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Pathogen Growth

The multiplication of bacteria, viruses, or parasites in food under improper time/temperature con...

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Foodborne Illness Investigations

Inquiries conducted by TXDSHS after reported outbreaks; establishments must provide temperature l...

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Food-Grade Chemicals

Cleaning agents or lubricants safe for use in food areas; must have labeling and handling instruc...

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Sprout and Salad Bar Controls

Strict temperature monitoring for sprouts and salad bars due to higher bacterial risks; TXDSHS of...

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Unwashed Produce Policy

Separation of unwashed fruits/veggies from washed or ready-to-eat items to avoid soil bacteria co...

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CDC Food Code vs. TXDSHS

The CDC’s Food Code provides federal guidance, while TXDSHS adopts or modifies these recommendati...

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Pest Control

Methods to prevent or eliminate rodents, insects, or other pests in food establishments. TXDSHS r...

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Risk-Based Inspections

Health inspections focusing on high-risk factors (e.g., improper holding temps, poor personal hyg...

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Sous Chef Oversight

An assistant chef managing kitchen workflow and ensuring line cooks follow TXDSHS standards, from...

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Shared Kitchen Spaces

Facilities rented by multiple businesses (e.g., ghost kitchens). TXDSHS rules apply to each tenan...

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Safe Cooling

Reducing food temperature from 135°F to 70°F within two hours, and 70°F to 41°F within the next f...

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Time/Temperature Control

The principle of keeping perishable foods out of the temperature danger zone (41°F–135°F) to inhi...

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Sous Vide Cooking

Cooking food in vacuum-sealed pouches at low temperatures; TXDSHS requires strict time/temp contr...

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