3 Tips to Ace Your Next Health Inspection
Health inspections can be stressful—even for the most organized restaurants. But with consistent habits and the right tools in place, you can handle any inspection with confidence.
At Chemmark of East Texas, we don’t just supply dish machines and cleaning products—we help our customers stay prepared. Here are three simple ways to get inspection-ready:
1. Keep Up With Sanitizer Logs
One of the most common inspection points is sanitizer concentration. Health inspectors want to see that your staff regularly tests and records sanitizer levels, especially in your 3-compartment sink and low-temp dish machine.
Make it easy by:
Provide test strips at each sanitation station
Post a simple log sheet that your team can fill out each shift
Assign one person per shift to check and record readings
Inspectors appreciate clear records—and you’ll appreciate the peace of mind.
2. Maintain Your Low-Temp Dish Machine
Low-temperature machines are reliable and efficient, but they rely on chemical sanitizing agents rather than heat. That makes it critical to:
Routinely check chemical levels
Replace empty or expired sanitizer containers
Clean the machine interior and drain daily
Keep racks free of buildup
If your machine isn’t performing like it should—or if you’re unsure your sanitizer is doing its job—we can help. Chemmark provides regular service, emergency support, and the chemicals you need to stay compliant and protected.
3. Organize Storage and Prevent Cross-Contamination
It’s easy to focus on obvious prep surfaces, but a lot of inspection points happen in storage areas. Stay ahead by:
Separating cleaning products from food storage
Keeping dry goods six inches off the ground
Cleaning shelving regularly
Clearly labeling and dating all food containers
Many infractions come from simple disorganization. A little structure goes a long way.
We’re Here to Help You Pass
You work hard to maintain a clean and safe kitchen—don’t let overlooked details cost you points. If you need a service check, new cleaning products, or help restocking sanitizer before your next inspection, we’re just a phone call away.
Call Chemmark of East Texas at 281-290-6801 to schedule a checkup or order supplies.
