Show All Answers

1. Do I need a permit to sell food?

This depends. Anyone inside of Wichita County must have a permit to sell or give away food to the general public, unless the food falls under the Texas Cottage Food Law.

2. Can I sell food cooked at home?

Only Cottage Foods may be prepared at home. Cottage Food Laws and Information can be found here. 

3. What types of food can I sell from my home?

Cottage Foods that may be produced are: a baked good that is not a time and temperature control for safety (TCS) food, candy, coated and uncoated nuts, unroasted nuts butters, fruit butters, a canned jam or jelly, a fruit pie, dehydrated fruit or vegetables, including dried beans, popcorn and popcorn snacks, cereal, including granola, dry mix, vinegar, pickled fruit or vegetables, including beets and carrots, that are preserved in vinegar, brine, or similar solution at an equilibrium pH values of 4.6 or less, mustard, roasted coffee or dry tea, a dried herb or dried herb mix, plant-based acidified canned goods, fermented vegetable products, including products that are refrigerated to preserve quality, frozen raw and uncut fruit or vegetables, or any other food that is not a time and temperature control for safety food. 

Allowed Foods

4. Am I required to have a food handlers card where I work?

If your employer sells food and/or has a food establishment permit, the answer is yes.

5. Do I need a permit for my swimming pool?

Yes, anyone inside of Wichita Falls City limits with a public or semi-public pool must have a permit.

6. What is a manager of operations?

A designated person trained and responsible for maintaining and operating your swimming pool (minimum 1 required).

7. How often does the Health Department have pool classes?

Classes are scheduled four times per year. Usually from February to September.

8. I want to open a small daycare, do I need a permit?

Yes, you need to contact the Child Care Licensing at 940-249-0172.

9. Who should I contact if I suspect abuse?

The Texas Abuse Hotline can be reached at 1-800-252-5400. This will contact either CPS (Child Protective Services), CCL (Child Care Licensing), or APS (Adult Protective Services).

10. Do I need a permit to serve food to the kids at my daycare?

Yes, you need to come to the Health District for a permit.

11. When should my kids not go to daycare?

When they have a fever, diarrhea or are vomiting.

12. How much chemical do I use to sanitize dishes?

Different chemicals used in sanitation have different requirements. It is important to read the label on your chemical and follow its application for its specific use. Do not use chemicals in any manor other that those specifically listed on the label. This is for your safety.

13. Who should I contact if I have a problem with my motel or hotel room?

Contact the local Health District's Environmental Health Department 940-761-7820

14. Should the sheets and towels in my motel or hotel room be changed daily?

Unless the same guest is staying more than one night, the sheets and towels should be changed after each guest leaves. Towels should be supplied as needed.

15. Which permitted tattoo/piercing business is the cleanest?

All permitted businesses must adhere to the state’s minimum state standards.

16. Where is the best place to get a tattoo or piercing?

Research the business and the artist, and inquire about experience.