Rules & Regulations


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HACCP Made Simple(r)

HACCP plans don't have to be complicated. Follow these steps to implement a food safety plan in your independent restaurant.

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Restaurant Fire Suppression Systems

Understanding how your commercial kitchen's fire suppression system works and how to maintain can enable you to ensure it will work when you need it.

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Handwashing: Where, When, and How

This guide breaks down the 2017 FDA Food Code on hand washing right down to how to choose the right hand sink for your establishment.

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Wash, Rinse, and Sanitize with Three-compartment Sinks

Learn FDA guidelines for using a 3-compartment sink in your restaurant. Follow correct wash, rinse, and sanitize procedures with required temperatures.

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Is Your Dining Room ADA-compliant?

A guide that breaks down the requirements for restaurant dining room furniture under the 2010 ADA Accessibility Standards.

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HACCP Data Protocols

Implementing an HACCP food safety plan can help you reduce product loss, increase product quality, protect you in litigation, and increase profits.

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Foodborne Illness Prevention

Find out how to protect customers by keeping the foods you serve safe. FAQ and links to important resources on food safety.

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Information on the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act

Find out how the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act of 2011 may impact your restaurant and provide protection to diners.

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Information on Restaurant Inspections & Food Safety

Helpful information and links to resources related to the restaurant inspection process, restaurant grades, health laws, and food safety issues.

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Explaining Certification Marks for Restaurant Equipment

Learn to identify the most common restaurant equipment certification marks found on commercial equipment and what each symbol signifies. Read more at KaTom.

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Practice Better Food Safety with 7 HACCP Principles

Follow the seven principles of HACCP to create an HACCP plan that will help your establishment maintain better food safety practices.

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The Impact of Trans Fat-free Oil on Restaurants

The FDA's ruling on trans fats leaves many restaurants looking for alternatives. Learn what the new regulations mean and how it will affect your business.

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Foodservice Equipment Certifications

Learning about food equipment certifications regarding sanitation, safety, and energy efficiency can help you make informed decisions.