3717-1-08.5(C)(7) / Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas - Written Policy
A facility allowing dogs in outdoor dining area does not have a written policy or written policy did not contain all required items.
Facility Type: Commercial RFE < 25000 sq. ft.
[?] Inspection Type: Standard
Inspection Date: 16-November-2021
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| Very clean establishment and very knowledgeable PIC. Dogs on Patio - Rule Summary (D) Food shall not be provided to dogs in outdoor dining areas, but water may be provided to dogs in single-use disposable containers. (C) A food service operation or retail food establishment that allows dogs in an outdoor dining area shall: (1) Post signs near all entrances that notifies patrons that dogs are allowed in outdoor dining areas; (2) Prohibit dogs from entering the outdoor dining area through any indoor areas. (3) Prohibit employees from intentionally contacting dogs while working; (4) Prohibit dogs from being within five feet of areas located in an outdoor dining area that are used for food preparation or for food storage. (5) Prohibit dogs from sitting, standing, or lying on chairs, seats, benches, counter tops, tables and other furnishings in the outdoor dining area; (6) Have cleaning supplies and materials readily available to clean up dog hair, feces, urine, vomit and other debris; and (7) Adopt a written policy that contains at least the following: (a) Requirements for patrons with a dog in the outdoor dining area to properly control their dog with a leash or other effective means; (b) Instructions for promptly cleaning up dog hair, feces, urine, vomit, and other debris; and (c) Requirements for the proper vaccination of all dogs permitted in the outdoor dining area. |