Pests & FacilitiesQuestion 153 of 240
When a NYC health inspector arrives to inspect a restaurant, what should the manager do?
a.Hide the pest-control logbook
b.Refuse entry until the owner arrives
c.Turn off the lights and lock the kitchen
d.Cooperate, allow access, and let the inspector do the inspection
Explanation
Managers must cooperate with the Health Department inspector, provide access to the establishment and records, and allow the inspection to proceed. Refusing entry, hiding records, or obstructing the inspector leads to penalties. Keeping the operation clean and compliant every day is the best preparation for an inspection.
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