What is a Potentially Hazardous Food (PHF)?
The Food and Drug Administration defines a "potentially hazardous food" as any food that is natural or synthetic and is in a form capable of supporting: (1) The rapid and progressive growth of infectious or toxigenic microorganisms; (2) The growth and toxin production of Clostridium botulinum; or (3) In shell eggs, the growth of Salmonella enteritidis.

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1. What is required by the Gillespie County Health Division if I want to set up a food or beverage booth at a special event?
2. Why is it necessary to permit and inspect retail food operations?
3. How can I obtain a Retail Food Establishment Application?
4. What type of factors contribute to food borne illnesses?
5. What is a Potentially Hazardous Food (PHF)?
6. Is it safe to purchase dented canned foods off the grocery shelves or in a "reduced for quick sale" basket in the store?
7. What are the Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER)?
8. Can a person manufacture foods in their home, to sell to the public?
9. Are there alternatives for a person who wishes to start up a small food manufacturing business?