Food Safety
The State of West Virginia revised Legislative Rule 64CSR17 concerning Food Establishments. The new Rule adopts the 2013 FDA Model Food Code. Under this rule Local Health Departments are mandated to regulate restaurants, retail food stores, schools, hospitals, bars, day care centers, and any other permanent establishment dealing with food.
Also under this rule, Health Departments regulate Temporary Food Establishments located at fairs, festivals, roadside stands, etc. Inspections on these facilities are conducted at least twice per year and more often if needed.
In addition to the required Health Permit to operate, establishments must insure that all food service workers obtain a Food Handler's Permit. Classes for Food Handlers are conducted monthly at the health department or can be obtained anytime by going to StateFoodSafety™ - Food Handlers Card (print certificate and bring to Health Department for credit). These classes are designed to educate the proper techniques, methods, and requirements of a food establishment and it's workers.
