Code of Maine Rules
01 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION AND FORESTRY
001 - AGRICULTURE - GENERAL
Chapter 346 - RULES GOVERNING MEAT AND POULTRY INSPECTION AND LICENSING
Sec2 001-346-2 - REQUIREMENTS FOR PLAN SUBMISSION; LICENSE APPLICATION AND ISSUANCE; INSPECTION
Subsection 001-346-2-19 - Performance and Risk Based Inspections

Universal Citation: 01 ME Code Rules § 001-346-2-19

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

A. Within the parameters specified under Section 2, Subsection 20, the Department shall prioritize and conduct more frequent inspections based upon its assessment of an establishment or processing plant's potential as a vector of food borne illness by evaluating:

1. Past performance, for non-conformance with these Rules or HACCP plan requirements that are critical;

2. Past performance, for numerous or repeat violations of these Rules or HACCP plan requirements that are non-critical;

3. Past performance, for complaints investigated and found to be valid;

4. The hazards associated with the particular foods that are prepared, stored, or served;

5. The type of operation including the methods and extent of food storage, preparation, and service;

6. The number of people served;

7. Whether the population served is a highly susceptible population.

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