Some foods may be exempt from permit or they may already be covered with a permit from the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA).
Bazaars
As we approach the final months
of the year, holiday bazaars become
very popular. Many foods sold at
bazaars require a local health department
permit.
Permitting Questions?
The Frequently Asked Questions page on our website has permitting information for event vendors and coordinators.
Vendors selling foods permitted through WSDA or selling food that is Exempt from Permit can obtain a free Certificate of Review. This assures that your booth is properly permitted and allows our food inspectors to "keep walking" when they see you at the bazaar.
For questions, please contact us at 564.397.8428.
Hand Washing vs. Hand Sanitizer
Hands must be washed in the following circumstances:
During food preparation.
Switching between raw food and ready-to-eat food.
Before putting on gloves and in between glove changes.
After using the bathroom.
After touching bare body parts.
After coughing, sneezing, using a tissue, using tobacco, eating, or drinking.
After handling dirty equipment or utensils.
After caring for or handling service animals or aquatic animals.
After activities that contaminate the hands or gloves.
Hand sanitizer may still be offered to customers but it is not required under COVID regulations.
Hand sanitizer may also be used for employees that DO NOT handle food.
Hand sanitizer may only be used after hands are properly washed as a supplement to hand washing and not in place of it.
Current COVID-19 Guidance
Free at Home COVID-19 Tests
Washington State Department of Health provides at-home rapid tests. Tests will ship directly to households. You may order up to 5 free tests per household. For more information please visit this website.
Masks
Masks are strongly encouraged in public places, but not required. Review this Labor and Industries webpage for current employee safety guidelines.
