NCDHHS - New Emergency Operations Attestation Plan
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) has updated emergency guidelines for restaurants reopening in reaction to Hurricane Helene. Restaurants who lack their usual sources of power, drinking water and wastewater treatment can reopen through an Emergency Operations Plan developed with their local health department.
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Emergency Operations Plan
Restaurants must submit an Emergency Operations Plan attestation to local health departments to resume operations.
These guildenss addresses water, wastewater, and power challenges, offering solutions like simplifying menus, using bottled water, and setting up temporary handwashing stations.
The guidance includes water requirements, toilet options, and backflow prevention.
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Emergency Action Plan Checklist
The Emergency Action Plan Checklist from NCDHHS provides guidelines for food service establishments during emergencies like power outages, water issues, or sewage backups. It helps facilities assess their ability to safely continue operations or determine if they need to close temporarily. The checklist includes steps for food safety, equipment shutdown, sanitation, and communication with local health authorities.
You can find more details in the full document here.
You can find more details in the full document here.
You can find more details in the full document here.