California AB1470 amends the Health and Safety Code to enhance food safety standards in retail food facilities.

California AB1470 amends the Health and Safety Code to improve food safety standards in retail food facilities. The bill specifies that walls and ceilings in dining and sales areas, offices, and employee-only restrooms must be durable, smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable. It also mandates that overhead protection be provided for food preparation, storage, and warewashing areas to prevent contamination. Additionally, the bill outlines requirements for passthrough window service openings, including size limits and the need for self-closing devices or air curtain devices.

California AB1470 amends the Health and Safety Code to enhance food safety standards in retail food facilities.

California AB1470 amends the Health and Safety Code to improve food safety standards in retail food facilities. The bill specifies that walls and ceilings in dining and sales areas, offices, and employee-only restrooms must be durable, smooth, nonabsorbent, and easily cleanable. It also mandates that overhead protection be provided for food preparation, storage, and warewashing areas to prevent contamination. Additionally, the bill outlines requirements for passthrough window service openings, including size limits and the need for self-closing devices or air curtain devices.