Topics Related to Food Protection and Facilities

Pursuant To: North Carolina Food Code Manual, Part 3-201

Source: Cindy R. Callahan, REHS Head, Food Protection and Facilities Branch

Question / Issue: Assessing Approved Sources for Cultivated Mushrooms in Food Establishments

The North Carolina Food Code Manual Section 3-201.16 states:

Pursuant To: Session Law 2014-120, Section 22, Amend Hotel Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirement

Source: Larry D. Michael, REHS, MPH Chief, Environmental Health Section

Question / Issue: What is the role of local health departments and what procedures are to be followed for enforcement of the     amended carbon monoxide alarm requirements in Session Law 2014-120?

Pursuant To: Rules Governing the Food Protection and Sanitation of Food Establishments, 15A NCAC 18A .2600; 2009 FDA Food Code

Source: Larry D. Michael, Food Protection and Facilities Branch Head Environmental Health Section Division of Public Health

On Sept. 1, 2012, the Commission for Public Health adopted the 2009 FDA Food Code by reference with amendments, additions, and deletions. Rule .2652(4)(C) delayed the effective date of the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirements to Jan. 1, 2014.

Pursuant To: Session Law 2013-413 (House Bill 74)

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