Public Health Rules in Monterey Park, CA (2026)
2 verified public health rules for Monterey Park, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Restaurant Grade Cards
Monterey Park requires every food establishment to post a letter grade card or inspection score card issued by the health officer after inspection, visible to patrons. Defacing, hiding, or removing that card, or operating without it posted, violates Municipal Code Section 6.05.040 and can trigger permit suspension.
Restaurant Grade Card Posting in Monterey Park
Some RestrictionsMonterey Park Municipal Code SS 6.05.020, 6.05.040
A grade of "A" shall indicate a final score of ninety percent or higher as determined by the health officer. ... A grade of "B" shall indicate a final score of less than ninety percent but not less than eighty percent as determined by the health officer. ... A grade of "C" shall indicate a final score less than eighty percent but not less than seventy percent as determined by the health officer...
Food Handler Certification
Every food establishment in Monterey Park has been required, since January 1, 2000, to employ at least one certified food handler under Municipal Code Section 6.05.090. Certification requires an approved training course of at least four hours or a passing score on the county's food safety examination.
Food Handler Certification Requirement in Monterey Park
Some RestrictionsMonterey Park Municipal Code SS 6.05.090, 6.05.110
Effective January 1, 2000, each food establishment shall have at least one certified food handler. For purposes of this section, multiple contiguous food establishments permitted within the same site and under the same management, ownership or control shall be deemed to be one food establishment, notwithstanding the fact that the food establishments may operate under separate permits. Failure t...
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