How to Prepare for a Restaurant Health Inspection

For most restaurant owners, health inspections are a nerve-wracking experience. Generally speaking, you never know when the inspector is coming. That's part of why it's so important to be ready at any moment! Below, we discuss how to prepare for a restaurant health inspection.

1. Conduct regular internal inspections

Performing frequent in-house health inspections is a smart move. It allows you to discover and correct any current issues before the health inspector does. Moreover, a weekly internal inspections ensures your food is safe and delicious! East Coast Refrigeration advises looking for the following:

• Temperatures of food
• Handling and storage of food
• Restaurant cleanliness
• Food record keeping (labeling, expiration dates etc.)
• Hand-washing and glove usage
• Equipment cleanliness
• Management of chemicals
• Restaurant operations
• Sufficient sanitizing practices

2. Stay up-to-date with food-safety rules

It's imperative that, as a restaurant owner, you stay current with food safety rules and regulations. Start here, at FoodSafety.gov. You'll get information on everything from best practices to food recalls.

3. Be aware of local health codes

Health codes vary based on location. Be sure to check with your local municipality regarding laws that could affect your business. If you're a Long Island restaurant owner, click here for Suffolk County and here for Nassau County.

If any of your commercial refrigeration units require repair, contact East Coast Refrigeration immediately. Dial 631-249-4556 or send us an email at info@eastcoastrefrig.com.  Don't forget to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ for more tips!