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CCore · FDA Food Code 8-304.11 · 30-90 days (Core)

How to fix: Health Permit Not Displayed

The establishment did not have its current health permit posted in a location visible to the public.

What this violation means

FDA Food Code 8-304.11 requires that a valid permit be posted in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. Most jurisdictions require the permit to be displayed near the entrance, at the cash register, or in another prominent customer-facing location. The permit must be the current year's permit — an expired or prior-year permit does not satisfy the requirement. While this is a Core violation and does not carry an immediate food safety risk, failure to post the permit can result in a citation at every subsequent inspection until corrected, and in some jurisdictions can trigger a compliance visit.

Step-by-step: how to fix this before re-inspection

1Locate the current health permit — if lost, contact your local health department to obtain a duplicate
2Post the permit in a location visible to customers: near the front entrance, at the host stand, or at the register
3Frame or laminate the permit to protect it from grease and moisture
4If the permit has expired, renew it immediately — operating without a current permit may result in closure

What the inspector rechecks at re-inspection

WHAT THE INSPECTOR CHECKS

Inspectors do not just look at the surface. For this violation, expect them to verify:

☐Looks for a current health permit in a publicly visible location near the entrance or service counter
☐Checks the expiration date on any permit found to confirm it is current
☐Verifies the permit is for the current establishment address and operator name
☐Notes whether the permit is framed, laminated, or otherwise protected from damage

How to prevent this violation from recurring

Add permit renewal to a calendar reminder 60 days before the expiration date
Keep the prior year permit on file after renewal in case of disputes
Include "permit posted and current" on the monthly manager checklist

Related violations to check

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This document is for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not guarantee a passing re-inspection score. Always verify requirements with your local health department. Fix steps are based on FDA Food Code 8-304.11; individual jurisdictions may have additional requirements.

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