Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 446 - Food Establishments
FOOD PROCESSING ESTABLISHMENTS
Section 446.955 - General requirements

1. A food processing establishment must comply with the provisions of this chapter.

2. If, after January 1, 2011, a food processing establishment is constructed or extensively remodeled, or if an existing structure is converted for use as a food processing establishment, properly prepared plans and specifications for such construction, remodeling or alteration showing layout, arrangement and construction materials of work areas and the location, size and type of fixed equipment and facilities must be submitted to the health authority for approval before such work is begun. Where full-time city, county or district health departments exist, such plans and specifications must be submitted to such health authorities for approval before such work is begun. Such plans must be accompanied by a detailed description of the operation of food processing and any other documentation required by the health authority, including:

3. If the processing involves potentially hazardous food (time/temperature control for safety food) or if the steps are critical in regard to bacterial growth, the health authority may require supporting laboratory data, including, without limitation:

4. Any information required by the provisions of this section must be reviewed and approved by the health authority, in writing, before a plan required by subsection 2 may be carried out. Additional documentation or information may be required by the health authority before the approval is granted.

5. If there is a change in any of the information required by this section, the applicant must submit an amended statement of information to the health authority for written approval before the new or modified process may be carried out.