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Pomperaug District Department of Health
Temporary Food Event Self-Inspection Checklist

Prior to your event, take a moment to go through this checklist. Make corrections or changes as needed.

q  Review all requirements with food booth workers. Post handouts in food booth.
q  Cold storage (refrigerators / coolers) at 45° or below
q  Hot holding equipment. Must hold hot foods at 140° or above.
q  Handwashing station - includes warm potable water, soap, and paper towels. Ample supply of water required.
q  Review handwashing procedures with all food booth workers.
q  Storage of dry goods - shelves and / or crates for storage off the ground
q  Food preparation area - separate area dedicated to food preparation. Raw meat must have separate prep area and utensils
q  Dishwashing facility - area and necessary equipment to clean and sanitize food prep equipment and utensils during and after the event
q  Ice storage (freezers /coolers) and ample supply of ice
q  Facility free of pests and rodents
q  Waste water disposal
q  Garbage disposal during and after event. Trash cans and plastic bags
q  Metal probe thermometer (0-220°F) Must be sanitized between uses.
q  Individual packets or squeeze bottles for condiments.
q  Plastic wrap
q  Cutting boards
q  Extra utensils including tongs, spatulas, knives, spoons, etc.
q  Plastic disposable gloves
q  Bleach for sanitizing (1 TBSP Bleach per 1 GAL Water)
q  Clean wiping cloths
q  Containers (spray bottles) for sanitizing solution
q  Food-grade storage containers
q  Hair restraints
q  Log book of all food booth workers
q  Shellfish tags must be kept for 90 days
q  No home canned foods can be used in the preparation of any items
q  All meats and poultry must be USDA-inspected and come from an approved source
q  All preparation must be onsite or in a licensed commissary or kitchen
q  Check temperatures of foodstuffs when they arrive at the site. Meat, eggs, poultry fish, shellfish and dairy products must be 45°F or below.
q  Check temperatures of food being held cold. Must be 45°F or below.
q  Check temperature of foods being reheated. Must be reheated to 165°F.
q  Check temperatures of food being held hot. Must be 140°F or above.
q  Foods must be cooked to the minimum required temperatures. Check temperatures with a thermometer.
q  Separate storage for toxic items.

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