Pool Bar Rules

Bars adjacent to swimming pools require special TABC oversight if serving alcohol, and TXDSHS addresses food safety. Staff must prevent glassware near pool areas and maintain sanitary conditions.

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Restaurant vs. Bar Licensing

TXDSHS handles food safety for all establishments, but TABC additionally regulates bars, which pr...

Observational Checklist

A tool used by managers to monitor staff compliance with hand washing, temperature logs, or ID ch...

Public Drinking Areas

Some municipalities allow open alcohol containers in defined zones (e.g., entertainment districts...

Designated Alcohol Storage

A locked or clearly demarcated area for alcohol separate from other inventory; TABC enforces rest...

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