Last Updated:
09/28/11 01:39:41 PM
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Environmental Health Services
- FAQs |
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What do I
need to do to open a new food establishment? |
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Visit
the
Nevada Administrative Code (NAC)
Chapter 446 to
obtain regulation information regarding food establishments
in Nevada. Call or visit our office at 4150 Technology
Way, Suite 100, Carson City, Nevada, 89701 (775) 687-7550 for the application, fee schedule and plan review
requirements package. |
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Can I
operate a food stand or food cart on a regular basis? |
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A food stand
or cart can only be operated on a regular basis in a
facility that meets the requirements of NAC 446.946. A food
stand or cart may also be operated as a temporary food
establishment in conjunction with a special event lasting up
to 14 days. Please see the Temporary Event Information page
for additional information and fees. |
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Do I need a grease
interceptor for a new food establishment? |
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If the food
establishment generates grease, a grease interceptor is
required. If the establishment does not generate grease, a
letter from the sanitation district that states a grease
interceptor is not required must accompany the plan
documents. |
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Do I need a temporary food
permit for a special event if I am only selling prepackaged
foods and I offer samples? |
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Yes. When samples are
offered to the public, a permit is required. Please see the
Temporary Event Information page for additional information
and fees. |
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Does the State of Nevada
regulate new bedding? |
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No. The Nevada State
Health Division only regulates "used" bedding and requires
certain labeling requirements for the disinfection process. |
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Does the State of Nevada
regulate tattoo parlors? |
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No. Check with your
local county health authority regarding tattoo parlors. |
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I have mold in
my home, what should I do? |
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The State of Nevada does
not have the authority to regulate the testing or removal of
mold. Please see the Mold page for additional information. |
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