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Ninth St., Building B[foodsafety@washoecounty. us](foodsafety@washoecounty. us)  \n[www.facebook.com/washoecounty](www.facebook.com/washoecounty)[ ](www.facebook.com/washoecounty)healthdistrict  \n@WashoeHealth  \n[www.washoecounty.us/health](www.washoecounty.us/health)  \nEXCELLENCE  \nFor food establishments demonstrating a long-term commitment to food safety in Washoe County.  \nDownload the Washoe Eats mobile app to see the latest inspection information for permitted Washoe County food establishments.  \nHas not exceeded three noncritical violations during each inspection  \n Has had no more than one repeat violation during the application year  \nFacility-Based Criteria (pick three)  \n HACCP Plan  \n Temperature or thermometer logs  \n Written food safety plan  \n Other operational plans  \n Continuing education opportunities for staff  \n A 500 word essay on how your establishment has promoted a culture of food safety excellence this year  \nABOUT THE AWARDS  \nThe Washoe County Health District (WCHD) presents the annual Excellence in Food Safety Awards. The Excellence in Food Safety Awards recognize Washoe County food facilities that go above and beyond to demonstrate their commitment to long-term food safety.  \nHOW IT WORKS  \nPARTICIPATION  \nTHE GOODS  \nAWARD CRITERIA  \nThe Excellence in Food Safety Awards are given yearly. Food facilities that meet award criteria are encouraged to complete and submit an application and supporting documents to WCHD by December 1st of each year. Applications will be reviewed by WCHD staff and all qualifying facilities will receive an award. There is no limit to the number of food establishments that can receive this award per year. Applications can be found on the WCHD website.  \nAny food facility in Washoe County that meets award criteria may apply.  \nMandatory criteria (must meet all)  \n Currently open for business  \n Possesses a valid health permit  \n Has a Certified Food Protection Manager  \n Has had NO critical violations during each inspection for the past two years  \nQualifying facilities will receive:  \n Award Certificate  \n Window cling of award logo  \n Digital award logo to display on web-page  \n Recognition on WCHD website  \n Recognition on Washoe Eats smartphone app","cbCaiodsLmG2Uwjv","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiodsLmG2Uwjv","pdf",4579646,"English","# How it works\n## Participation and application timeline\n## Award criteria\n## What qualifying facilities receive","[{\"question\":\"Who awards the Excellence in Food Safety Awards?\",\"answer\":\"The Washoe County Health District (WCHD) presents the annual Excellence in Food Safety Awards.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the mandatory award criteria?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must be currently open for business, have a valid health permit, have a Certified Food Protection Manager, and have NO critical violations during each inspection for the past two years.\"},{\"question\":\"When are applications due and how are they reviewed?\",\"answer\":\"Food facilities must submit applications and supporting documents by December 1 each year. 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