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Ohio Administrative Code – Title 3717: Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code
Title 3717 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) establishes the Ohio Uniform Food Safety Code, which governs the regulation of food service operations and retail food establishments across the state. It is administered primarily by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA).
Structure of Title 3717:
It is divided into two main chapters:
Chapter 3717-1: Statewide Uniform Food Safety Standards
Applies to both food service operations (e.g., restaurants, cafeterias) and retail food establishments (e.g., grocery stores, markets).
Based on the FDA Model Food Code.
Includes detailed provisions on:
Food protection and preparation
Personnel hygiene
Cleaning and sanitizing of equipment
Facility construction and maintenance
Pest control
Inspection and enforcement standards
Chapter 3717-2: Licensing and Inspection
Governs the licensing procedures, fees, and inspection requirements for:
Food service operations (under ODH jurisdiction)
Retail food establishments (under ODA jurisdiction)
Covers processes for:
Obtaining, renewing, and revoking licenses
Local health department roles
Enforcement procedures and administrative hearings
Regulatory Authority:
Ohio Department of Health (ODH): Oversees food service operations
Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA): Oversees retail food establishments
Key Objectives:
Protect public health by ensuring food is safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented
Ensure uniform statewide enforcement of food safety standards
Promote compliance through inspections, education, and licensing
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