Philadelphia has local laws to protect the public from the health risks of secondhand smoke, certain foods, and unsafe food business practices.
This page includes regulations, signs, handouts, and supporting materials for these ordinances.
You can read the related laws in the Philadelphia Code:
- 6-307. Foods Containing Artificial Trans Fats
- 6-310. Sodium Safety Warning Labeling for Chain Establishments
- 10-602. Smoking, also known as the Clean Indoor Air Worker Protection Law
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| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name: Regulations Governing Food Establishments PDF | Description: The purpose of these regulations is to safeguard public health and ensure that consumers are provided food that is safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. | Released: December 11, 2008 | Format: |
| Name: Alcohol and Pregnancy Sign PDF | Description: Businesses that serve alcoholic beverages in Philadelphia are required to post a sign informing patrons of the health risks of drinking alcohol while pregnant. | Released: October 3, 2018 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: November 29, 2018 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Arabic) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Chinese) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (French) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Khmer) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Korean) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Spanish) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: How to Sell Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Outside Your Store (Vietnamese) PDF | Description: This brochure for Philadelphia store owners includes practical tips about license requirements, display ideas, and sources for local produce. | Released: January 9, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: Food Facility Inspections in the City of Philadelphia PDF | Description: Information about food facility inspections. | Released: April 29, 2019 | Format: |
| Name: Understanding the Food Facility Inspection Report PDF | Description: An explanation of the reports issued to food establishments after inspections. | Released: April 29, 2019 | Format: |