Restaurant Regulations in the State of Oklahoma
The State Department of Health is responsible for restaurant regulations in Oklahoma. These regulations govern all aspects of opening and running a food business, from inspections to employee hygiene. They are intended to maintain high standards and protect public health.
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Opening
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Under Oklahoma law, a person cannot open or operate a restaurant without a license from the Department of Health. To obtain a license, an applicant must provide the department with an intended menu, floor plans, finish materials for the walls, floors and ceilings and specifications for each piece of restaurant equipment. Oklahoma's minimum requirements must be met before a license is issued.
Inspections
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Oklahoma restaurants are subject to regular inspections to ensure that health and safety standards are maintained. These include an opening inspection to begin food service operations, and up to four routine inspections a day. If the Department of Health receives a complaint from a customer, an investigatory inspection is made, with a follow-up inspection two weeks later.
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Employee Hygiene
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According to Oklahoma Department of Health guidelines, the restaurant owner must maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene. This includes making sure that employees regularly wash their hands and exposed parts of their arms for at least 20 seconds. This is particularly important after touching food, changing tasks and using the toilet.
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