Sec. 438.011. DEFINITIONS. In this subchapter:
(1) "Dish" includes a vessel of any shape or size, made of any type of material, commonly used in eating or drinking.
(2) "Food factory" includes a place in which, as a business, food is manufactured or prepared for human consumption.
(3) "Receptacle" includes a vessel, tray, pot, pan, or other article used for holding food.
(4) "Utensil" includes a vessel or article of any shape or size, made of any material, commonly used in preparing, holding, storing, transporting, serving, or eating food.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 6 - Food, Drugs, Alcohol, and Hazardous Substances
Subtitle A - Food and Drug Health Regulations
Chapter 438 - Public Health Measures Relating to Food
Subchapter B. Cleaning and Sterilization of Food Service Items
Section 438.012. Use of Unclean Dishes
Section 438.013. Cleaning Dishes, Receptacles, and Utensils
Section 438.014. Sterilization of Food Service Items
Section 438.015. Use of Damaged Dishes, Receptacles, or Utensils