Pest Control


Methods to prevent or eliminate rodents, insects, or other pests in food establishments. TXDSHS requires sanitary waste disposal and sealed entry points.

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Regular pumping and cleaning of grease interceptors to prevent drain clogs and odors. TXDSHS may ...

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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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Food Establishment Inspection

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

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SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for Cleaning Agents

Documents listing chemical hazards, storage guidelines, and first-aid steps. TXDSHS checks if SDS...

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Garbage Disposal Protocol

Properly covering trash bins, emptying them frequently, and cleaning them to avoid attracting pes...

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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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Fruit Fly Control

Keeping drains, bar mats, and fruit containers sanitized to deter fruit flies; TXDSHS might cite ...

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Personal Hygiene

Essential practices like regular hand washing, wearing clean uniforms, and maintaining short nail...

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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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Floor Drain Sanitation

Regular cleaning of kitchen drains to prevent bacterial buildup or pest breeding. TXDSHS inspecto...

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HACCP Plan

“Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point” framework used to identify potential hazards in food pro...

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TXDSHS Rules

Regulations set by the Texas Department of State Health Services outlining safe food handling and...

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FOG (Fats, Oils, Grease) Disposal

Proper collection and disposal of cooking oils to prevent drain blockages and environmental hazar...

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