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Environmental Health Division, Food Safety ProgrAM |
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Highland County Health Department Hillsboro, Ohio |
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Managed and Created by: Jim Lyle
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1487 N. High St. Suite 400 Hillsboro, OH 45133 Phone: 937-393-1941 Fax: 937-393-4694 Email: highcohd@odh.ohio.gov |
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The Highland County Health Department’s Environmental Health’s Food Division is responsible for licensing Highland County Food Service Operations, Retail Food Establishments, Mobiles, Vending Locations, Temporary Food Service Operations, and Temporary Retail Food Establishments in accordance with the Ohio Food Code. The Food Division’s staff inspects these facilities as to their compliance to the Ohio Food Code, and investigates complaints that may be received by this office. The staff in this division also offer educational talks/programs to these facilities and to the general public as it relates to safe food handling and food code compliance. For information regarding food license fees, temporary food license fees, plan review fees, and other costs associated with food operations are available by contacting the Highland County Health Department.
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Program Information |
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Forms, Publications, and Applications Temporary Food Service Plan Review Temporary Food Service Application Food Service Food Establishment Plan Review Application for Food License (state) Glove Use and Hand Washing Guide Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code (PDF)
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long after I eat contaminated food will I feel sick? You may or may not get sick from contaminated food. The length of time varies with the type of contaminant (bacteria, virus, toxins, etc.) from immediately to several days.
2. How do I know that a restaurant is safe to eat at? All licensed restaurants in Highland County are required to be inspected 1 or more times per year by the Highland County Health Department to verify that the facility is in compliance with Ohio Food Safety Regulations.
3. How cold should I keep my food at home? At least 41 F or below. Store a thermometer in you refrigerator and check it often to ensure that the temperature is low enough.
4. How hot should I cook my foods. The temperature requirements vary depending on the food. For specific food temperatures, look at the food safety chart link below.
5. When do food workers need to wear gloves? Whenever handling ready-to-eat foods (sandwiches, deli meats, baked products, washed fruits or vegetables, etc.). Some foods are exempt from this rule.
6. If I want to open my own food establishment, what do I need to do? Fill out Facility and Equipment Plan Review forms, fill out and submit application forms, pay appropriate fees, undergo site inspections, OR call and talk to a food sanitarian. To open a temporary food facility, a permit can be issued for $50, which allows a food facility to operate for up to 7 consecutive days. 501c3 status will affect fee amounts.
7. Does Highland County use a grading or rating system for its facilities? No. All food inspection reports are public record, and are available for public viewing at the health department.
8. How do I make a complaint about a restaurant? Contact the health department via phone, email, or fax with the complaint and contact information.
9. How can I receive training in food safety? There are many different organizations that provide certified food safety training. Contact your local college and review reputable internet sources for more information.
10. What is the most important thing I can do for food safety? Wash your hands and store food properly. |
