HomeMy WebLinkAbout590-019 039 PRED24-0007 PlanCheckResourceGuideUpdated: March 22, 2023
Public Health Department Danette York, M.P.H., Director
Dr. David Canton, DO, MPH, JD, Health Officer
Environmental Health Division
202 Mira Loma Drive T: 530.552.3880
Oroville, California 95965 F: 530.538.5339
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Food Facility Plan Check Resource Guide
Introduction
This guide is designed to assist customers in understanding the requirements and review process for
plan review by Butte County Environmental Health (EH) that is required whenever a retail food facility is
constructed or remodeled.
Review Process
I. Step One: Pre-Plan Submittal. Prior to submitting plans for a new or significantly remodeled
food facility, the owner or architect shall contact the appropriate local government officials to
determine if the proposed food facility will meet current planning, water source, and sewage disposal
requirements. The owner or architect should also read this resource guide so that they are familiar
with the plan check process and requirements. Once it has been determined that the location will
be acceptable for the proposed food facility and you have gathered all the needed information, plans,
and documents it is time to submit the plans for review.
II. Step Two: Plan Submittal and
Review. Submit plan check application,
fee, and all necessary plans, equipment
specifications, and documents to the
Environmental Health office. Only one set
of plans is required by Environmental
Health and plans may be reviewed
concurrently with plans being reviewed
by the Building Department.
Once the plans have been received, all the
plans and documents will be bundled
together and given to the Environmental
Health Specialist who will review the
plans, and:
A. Plan review staff may contact the person who completed the plans in order to clarify any
issues concerning the plan review.
B. If the plans are incomplete or modifications are needed, the required changes or additions
will be summarized in the Food Facility Plan Review Correction Notification document
provided to the customer with a copy retained by this office.
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III. Step Three: Plan Approval.
After the plans have been reviewed, if there are any required corrections or modifications, you will
need to submit an updated, final set of plans showing that the required changes have been made.
When the plans have been approved, our office will:
A. Provide you or the plan preparer
with a letter: (1) Stating the date
the plans were approved; (2)
Identifying any remaining
corrections; 3) Clarifying any
understandings or operational
limitations; 4) Specify standard
construction requirements.
The approval letter should be
kept with the approved plans.
B. Notify the appropriate building
department that the plans have
been reviewed and approved.
Plan Submittal Requirements
The proper layout and construction of a food facility is an important element in a successful and
profitable business. It helps ensure that you will meet all structural and operational requirements of the
applicable State health laws and avoid costly mistakes during the construction process.
Plans need to be easily readable, drawn to scale, (recommend ¼ inch = 1 foot) and include:
A. Complete floor plan with plumbing and equipment details.
B. Complete mechanical exhaust ventilation plans including make-up air. Indicate the type of
comfort cooling in the building, e.g. “building is cooled by refrigerated air conditioning,”
“evaporative cooling,” or “no cooling system is installed”.
C. Finish schedule for floors, walls, and ceilings that indicate the type of material, the surface
finish, and the type of coved base at the floor/wall juncture.
D. A site plan including interior and exterior waste storage, restrooms, janitorial facilities, and
personal storage, if applicable.
E. Manufacturer’s specification sheets for all equipment.
F. Description of operation and copy of the proposed menu.
G. Scope of work for remodels.
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Submittal Checklist and Reference
A. Name and address of food facility
B. Name, mailing address and telephone number of:
1. Owner
2. Contractor (if one has been selected at this point)
3. Contact person
C. Submit one set of detailed plans drawn to scale initially for review
D. Floor plan showing equipment layout (Appendix A)
1. Equipment checklist/method of installation (Appendix B)
2. Equipment manufacturer specification sheets
E. Room finish schedule with names and specifications or samples (Appendix C)
1. Floors
2. Base
3. Walls
4. Ceiling
F. Plumbing layout and hot water demand (Include floor sinks and water heater BTU or kW
rating, recovery rate and capacity) (Appendices D1 and D2)
G. Exhaust hood ventilation and make-up air systems. Complete worksheets (Appendix E)
H. Site plan, including inside and outside waste storage locations
I. Number of seats (Indoor:
J. Proposed Menu (if restaurant)
Outdoor: )
K. Sneeze guard design (if one is proposed)
L. Plan check application and plan check fees (fees are listed on the application)
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Facility Requirements
Note: Each item in the checklist is followed by a reference in brackets. The applicable section reference is
provided for each requirement taken directly from the California Retail Food Code. Requirements and
interpretations developed by our office in consultation with other enforcement agencies are identified as
“Best Industry Standards”.
Floors
Floors must be smooth, durable, non-absorbent and easily
cleanable. [Sect. 114268 (a)]
Floor surfaces in all food preparation, dispensing, food
storage, utensil washing, janitorial, refuse storage areas,
restrooms, and walk-in coolers/freezers must be an
approved type that continues up the walls (or cabinet toe-
kicks) at least 4 inches, forming a 3/8” minimum radius cove
at the floor/wall and floor/cabinet junctures. [Sect. 114268
(b)]
Quarry tile and seamless poured and troweled epoxy are recommended floor materials.
Commercial grade sheet vinyl (no felt backing) with heat welded seams are suitable for many
applications, based on information in the Product Specification sheet. Where sheet vinyl is used,
a cove backing (cove stick) must be used at the wall/floor and toe kick/floor junctures. Vinyl
composition tile (VCT) and vinyl rubber top set base are not acceptable. Anti-slip floor surfaces
are restricted to traffic areas only (all other areas must be smooth). See the Floor Materials For
Retail Food Facilities handout for more detailed flooring information. [Sect. 114268]
Floor drains are required if floors are water flushed or equipment is cleaned in place with
pressure sprayers. Floor shall be sloped to any floor drains. [Sect. 114269 (a)]
Walls/Ceiling/Entry Doors
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable in same areas
indicated in floors section above. [Sect. 114271 (a)]
Brick, concrete block, rough concrete, rough plaster or textured gypsum board are not
considered “easily cleanable.” [Sect. 114271 (a)]
Walls adjacent to all sinks (other than hand washing sinks), dishwashers, and cooking facilities
must be constructed of a waterproof material (FRP, stainless steel, or similar surfaces) 6 feet up
from top of the coved base or to bottom of exhaust hood. [Sect. 114271 (a)]
All unfinished wood surfaces must be sealed with a gloss or semi-gloss, epoxy, varnish or other
sealer approved by this department. [Sect. 114271 (a)]
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All entrance doors (leading to the outside) are to be self-closing and trimmed to prevent entrance
of vermin. [Sect. 114259]
Ceiling acoustical tile may be approved if it is located at least 6 feet above the floor and must
have a smooth, vinyl surface if located in the food preparation area, warewashing area or in areas
where open food is stored. [Sect. 114271 (c)]
Facilities must be fully enclosed (but may have unenclosed dining areas and other areas approved
by this office for outside food service). [Sect. 114266]
Conduit: all plumbing, electrical and gas lines must be concealed within the building walls, floors
and ceiling when practicable or within approved conduit runs or chases at least 6 inches off the
floor. When conduit or pipe lines enter a wall, ceiling or floor, the opening around the line(s)
must be tightly sealed and made smooth for easy cleaning. [Sect. 114271 (d)]
Refrigeration
Provide an adequate amount of commercial refrigerators and freezers that conform to NSF/ANSI
Standards and are suitable for the intended use. (Domestic model refrigeration units will NOT be
accepted). [Sect. 114130 (b)]
Must be provided with an accurate, readily visible thermometer. [Sect. 114157]
Floor drains and floor sinks must be located outside walk-in units. [Sect. 114190]
Walk-in shelving must be at least 6 inches off floor, durable, corrosion-resistant, non-absorbent,
easily cleanable and meet NSF/ANSI standards. Wood shelving is not acceptable. Wall mounted
shelving shall be attached to walls specifically designed to handle the extra load. [Sect. 114130.4,
114047]
Note: For walk-in floor material, refer to the “Floors” section of this checklist.
Equipment
Equipment must meet or be equivalent to applicable NSF/ANSI standards, be suitable for the
intended use, and be installed so as to facilitate cleaning. [Sect. 114130 (a) & (b)]
Ice machines must be located within the building in an easily cleanable, well-ventilated area.
[Sect. 114178]
Provide the needed equipment to support the type of operation. If hot foods will be hot held,
then a hot holding unit such as a steam table will be required. If sandwiches, pizzas or similar
foods will be made to order then a prep refrigerator will be required. All facilities that prepare
food will need an adequate amount of table or counter space to prepare food on. [Sect. 113984,
113996]
Provide adequate amount of shelving for food, utensils, and paper goods. Such shelving shall be
easily cleanable, durable, non-absorbent and at least 6 inches off floor. Adequate shall mean a
minimum of 50 sq. ft. or 10% of the food preparation areas. [Sect. 114047]
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Types of Sinks and Dishwasher Requirements
Dishwashing Units
Dishwashing machines are recommended where a large volume of eating and drinking utensils
are washed. [Best Industry Standards]
Dishwashing machines need to be equipped with two integral metal drain boards, one at the
point of entry and the other at the point of exit. Under-counter machines need to be equipped
with two drain boards, but may use the drain boards of an adjacent three-compartment manual
warewashing sink if the drain boards are large enough. [Sec. 114103 (a) and (b)]
Three-Compartment Sink
A three-compartment stainless steel warewashing sink with two integral metal drain boards is
required in all food facilities where there is food preparation, equipment with food contact
surfaces, and/or multi-service utensils. [Sect. 114095 and Sect. 114097]
The compartments of the warewashing sink and dual integral drain boards must be large enough
to accommodate the largest utensils to be washed. [Sect. 114099]
Food Preparation Sink
Food facilities that prepare food are required to have a food preparation sink with a minimum
size of 18” x 18 “x 12" depth or 16” x 20” x 12” depth with an integral drain board or an
adequately sized adjacent table that is located within the food preparation area and used
exclusively for food preparation. [Sect. 114163 (a) (1) and (2)]
Hand Washing Sinks
Hand washing sinks (dedicated specifically to hand washing) must be located in or adjacent to
toilet rooms. Hand sinks shall be conveniently located in all food preparation and warewashing
areas. [Sect. 113953 (a) and (b) (1)]
Hot water must be provided through a mixing faucet with levered handles. Hot water at hand
washing sinks must be at least 100°F, or 100-108°F for non-adjustable faucets. [Sect. 113953 (c)]
Janitorial Sink
A conveniently located commercial mop sink or curbed cleaning facility served with hot and cold
water must be provided. Utility sinks on legs are not recommended. [Sect. 114279 (a)]
A “curbed cleaning facility” is a slab floor basin within a containment curb sloped into a drain. It
must be constructed of concrete or equivalent material. [Best Industry Standards]
A backflow prevention device is required on mop area faucets. [Sect. 114190]
Install hooks or other suitable retaining device to hold mops, rubber mats, etc. over the mop sink.
[Sect. 114282]
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Plumbing
An adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure from an approved source shall be
provided. [Sect. 114189, 114192.1]
A hot water heater shall be provided that can provide minimum 120° F (140° F for some
dishwashers) hot water to all sinks and dishwashers at sufficient quantities to meet peak
demand. Hot water shall be available to all sinks within 30 seconds. Hand sinks need only have
100° F warm water. Provide capacity, BTU, and recovery rate for proposed water heater. [Sect.
114190, 114195]
Tankless water heaters shall be able to provide sufficient quantity of hot water to meet peak
demand at a minimum 60° F temperature rise (80° F rise for some dishwashers). Tankless water
heaters are not recommended for dishwasher machines unless multiple units are provided.
Provide temperature/ flow curve for proposed water heater. [Sect. 114190, 114195]
Floor sinks (flush or slightly elevated) are required to receive indirect fluid waste (all condensate
and liquid waste) from dishwashers, 3-compartment or other utensil washing sinks, food
preparation sinks, pot and pan sinks, ice machines and bins, iced display cases, bar ice bins, walk-
in cooler condensate drains, wet steam tables, drink dispenser units, espresso machines, dipper
wells and similar equipment. Funnel drains can sometimes be used for low water discharge such
as condensate drains or ice bins. [Sect. 114269 (b)]
Garbage disposals cannot be installed under a required sink unless an additional scrap sink
compartment is provided for the disposal. They are not recommended for discharge to onsite
wastewater (septic) systems. [Sect. 114190]]
Cold running water dipper wells must be provided if scoops or other in-use serving utensils are
stored in water. [Sect. 114119]
Restrooms
Restrooms shall be equipped with well fitted self-closing doors, hand sinks with a hot and cold
mixing faucet, and sanitary soap and paper tower dispensers. [Sect. 114276 ,113953.2]
Restrooms are required for use by employees. [Sect. 114276 (a)]
Restrooms are required for use by customers when either: (a) there is onsite consumption of
food, or (b) the facility has more than 20,000 square feet of floor space. A food facility with more
than 20,000 square feet of floor space must provide at least one separate toilet facility for men
and one separate toilet facility for women. [Sect. 114276 (b) (1) and (3)]
Toilet facilities which are provided for use by patrons must be situated so that patrons do not
pass-through food preparation, food storage or utensil washing areas. [Sect. 114276 (b) (2)]
Exception: Any food facility (less than 20,000 sq. ft.) that was constructed before January 1, 2004 (but in
continuous use since then) where food is consumed onsite by the public does not need to
provide restrooms for customers if they “prominently” post a sign in the public area of the
facility stating restrooms are not available. [Sect. 114276 (f) (1)]
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Window Screens
All windows that open, including restroom windows, must be screened with not less than 16
mesh screening.
Outdoor Pass-Through Windows
The size of the window opening should not exceed 216 square inches, unless an air curtain device
is used and then the window opening should not exceed 432 square inches. Service openings
shall not be closer together than 18 inches. [Sect. 114259.2]
Open Food Protection
Food on display must be protected from contamination by the use of: (a) counter location, (b)
service line setup and oversight, i.e. food dished up and served cafeteria-style, (c) sneeze guards
to intercept a direct line between the customer’s mouth and the food being displayed, (d)
containers with tight fitting lids, display cases, mechanical dispensers, or approved self-service
containers. [Sect. 114060 (a)]
Note: Display of the following items does not require protection as described above: (a) nuts in the shell,
(b) whole raw fruit and vegetables when intended for washing or peeling by the customer prior to
eating.
Other Storage
Provide separate area or storage facilities (shelf, cabinet, lockers, hooks) for employees’ personal
belongings.
Other than cleaners and sanitizers that may be stored in the dishwashing area, all chemicals,
insecticides, poisons and cleaning agents need to be stored in an area or enclosure separate from
food, food handling equipment and utensils, and food packaging materials to prevent accidental
contamination of the food. [Sect. 114254.2]
Lighting
Lighting shall be provided in each room or area that is sufficient for the usage of each area. [Sect.
114252]
Shatterproof covers must be installed over all lights in food preparation, rooms storing
unpackaged food, utensil storage areas, and dishwashing areas. [Sect. 114252.1 (a)]
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Garbage and Trash Storage Area
Area designated for refuse and recyclable collection and storage must be separate from food,
equipment, utensils, linens, and single service articles. [Sect. 114245 (a)]
Outside storage area for refuse and recyclables must be constructed of non-absorbent material
such as concrete or asphalt and be easily cleanable, durable, and sloped to a drain. [Sect.
114245.4]
Ventilation
Sufficient ventilation is required in all areas to facilitate proper food storage and provide
reasonable comfort for each employee. [Sect. 114149]
For restrooms, provide ventilation to outside air with openable, screened window, air shaft, or
light switch-activated exhaust fan consistent with the requirements of local building codes. [Sect.
114149 (b)]
Kitchen Exhaust System (Hoods and Ducts)
Mechanical exhaust ventilation must be provided at or above all cooking equipment such as
ranges, griddles, ovens, deep fat fryers, barbecues and rotisseries and may be required at or
above mechanical dishwashing equipment to effectively remove cooking odors, smoke, steam,
grease and vapors. An integrated make-up air system is required. [Sect. 114149.1 (a)]
Make-up air must be supplied in a volume equal to the volume of air that is being exhausted.
Windows and doors shall not be used for providing make-up air. [Sect. 114149.1 (d)]
Compensating hoods must extract at least 20% of their required exhaust air flow from the kitchen
area. [Best Industry Standards]
Notes: When you submit your plans, be sure to include complete exhaust ventilation plans and
performance calculations, details of make-up air and cut sheets of blowers, motors, and filters and a list of
all equipment types to be used under the hood. (Also, see Appendix E of this Guide). All exhaust hoods and
ducts must be installed in accordance with Chapter 20 of the current edition of the Uniform Mechanical Code
and the manufacturer’s listing requirements.
Grease Trap/ Interceptor
If provided, the grease trap/interceptor must be located outside food and utensil handling areas
and where it can be easily accessible for servicing. [Sect. 114201 (b)]
Food facilities located in an area served by a public sewer system must contact the appropriate
City or County Public Works Department for grease trap/interceptor requirements. [Best Industry
Standards]
A facility located in an area not served by a public sewage system must contact the Land Use
Division of this office regarding grease trap/interceptor and onsite wastewater system approval
requirements. [Sect. 114197]
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APPENDIX A
Sample Floor Plan
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#
EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTUR
MODEL NO.
ANSI
PLUMBING
COMMENT
HW
CW
DIR IN-
DIR
1 DOOR ACTIVATED AIR CURTAIN 1600 fpm
2 COMMERCIAL GAS WATER 90,000 BTU
3 (3) HANDWASHING SINKS X X X X
3A SOAP & TOWEL DISPENSERS
4 MANUAL WAREWASHING
3-COMPARTMENT SINK 18” x 18” x 12”
X
X
X
X
Comply with UPC 704.3 (2) 18” drain boards
5 MOP BASIN X X X Approved backflow prevention device
5A MOP & BROOM HANGER Wall-mounted chemical storage shelf
6A 18” S/S SPLASHGUARD
6B 6” S/S SPLASHGUARD
7 WALK-IN COOLER X X
8 LOW TEMPERATURE MECHANICAL WAREWASHING MACHINE
X
X
X
Comply with UPC 704.3
9A PRE-RINSE FAUCET X X
9B PRE-RINSE SINK X X X X Comply with UPC 704.3
10 METRO SHELVES (1)-8’; (3)-6’; (1)-5’; (1)-4’
X 5 tiers Dry food storage
11 FOOD PREP SINK (18” x 18” x 12”) X X X X 18” drain board
12 FOOD PREP TABLE X
13 2-DOOR UNDERCOUNTER X Self-contained
14 4-DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER X Self-contained
15 DOUBLE CONVECTION OVEN X
16 RADIANT CHARBROILER X
17 TILTING KETTLE X X Indirect waste
APPENDIX B
Sample Equipment Schedule
HEATER
REFRIGERATOR
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EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTUR
MODEL NO.
ANSI
PLUMBING
COMMENT
HW
CW
DIR IN-
DIR
18 TRENCH/TROUGH DRAIN
19 (2) FRYERS X
20 8 BURNER STOVE X
21 TYPE I HOOD X UL - LISTED
22 MAKE-UP AIR Electronically interlocked with hood
23 SANDWICH PREP TABLE X Self-contained
24 2 DR UPRIGHT REFRIG. X Self-contained
25 ICE MACHINE X X X
26 (2) STEAM TABLE X X
27 SNEEZE GUARD X
28 DIPPING CABINET X X
29 DIPPER WELL X X X
30 COFFEE BREWER X
31 COFFEE GRINDER X CSA
32 (2) BLENDERS X
33 SODA DISPENSER X X X ETL
34 ESPRESSO MACHINE X X X
35 S/S COUNTER X
HW = Hot water
CW = Cold water
Dir = Waste line can be directly plumbed
In-Dir = Waste line has to be indirectly plumbed
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APPENDIX C
Room Finish Schedule
(Specific brand names and colors for materials should be specified whenever possible to ensure acceptability)
ROOM OR AREA
FLOOR FLOOR BASE
OR COVE
WALLS
CEILING
REMARKS
Example:
Wait Station
Smooth quarry tile
4” quarry coved tile
(3/8 “ radius coving)
Gypsum board;
smooth; semi-gloss
paint
Swiss coffee
Drop ceiling;
vinyl faced
panel; smooth;
white
A
Dining Area
B
Wait Station
C
Kitchen
Area
D
Dishwashing
Area
E
Janitorial
Station
F
Restroom
G
Storeroom
H
Trash
Enclosure
Notes: This form may be omitted if plans contain a complete finish schedule.
Manufacturer specification sheets and product samples may be requested by this office for
review of these items.
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A. Storage Water Heaters
APPENDIX D-1
Calculating Hot Water Demand
a. Step One: Calculate total required Gallons per Hour (GPH) demand based on the type and
quantity of equipment in the facility based on the table below.
Equipment Type GPH
Vegetable Sink----------------------------------------- 15
Single Pot Sink----------------------------------------- 20
Double Pot Sink--------------------------------------- 40
Triple Pot Sink----------------------------------------- 60
Hot Water Filling Faucet---------------------------- 15
Bain Marie---------------------------------------------- 10
Kettle Stand-------------------------------------------- 5
9 and 12 Pound Clothes Washer----------------- 45
16 Pound Clothes Washer------------------------- 45
Equipment Type GPH
Employee Shower------------------------------------- 20
Utility Sink----------------------------------------------- 5
Pre-Rinse for Dishes---------------------------------- 45
Bar Sink – Three Compartments------------------- 20
Bar Sink – Four Compartments--------------------- 25
Chemical Sanitizing Dishwasher------------------- 60
Ware Washer------------------------------------------- 64
Hand Sink------------------------------------------------ 5
Cook Sink------------------------------------------------- 10
b. Step Two: Multiply the total calculated GPH by the appropriate adjustment factor for the type of
utensils based on the table below.
Food Facility’s Utensil Use Sizing
Adjustment
Multi-Service Eating Utensils, Heavy Use (Serving 3 Meals/Day)-------------------------------------- 100%
GPH Multi-Service Eating Utensils, Moderate Use--------------------------------------------------------------- 90%
GPH Single-Service Eating Utensils or Don’t Use Utensils at All---------------------------------------------- 80%
GPH Facilities serving only pre-packaged food are only required to have a water heater with a minimum
storage capacity of 10 gallons.
B. Instantaneous Water Heaters
Determine the total required flow demand in Gallons per Minute (GPM) based on the chart below.
Then based on the proposed hot water heater specifications or flow/temperature curve determine
if the water heater can provide the needed flow at 60⁰F temperature rise (80⁰F if dishwasher
requires 140⁰F incoming hot water). Provide water heater specifications and flow/temperature
curve with the submitted plans.
Fixture Type GPM
Utensil Sink--------------------------------------------- 2
Utensil Sink with Integral Pre-Rinse------------- 2.5
Utensil Sink with Separate Pre-Rinse----------- 4.5
Mop/Utility Sink-------------------------------------- 2
Fixture Type GPM
Single Rack Dishwasher1,2-------------------------- 2
Double Rack Dishwasher1,2------------------------- 3
Hand Sink------------------------------------------------ .5
Prep Sink------------------------------------------------- 1
1 Check manufacturer’s water use per rack
2 For conveyor, check manufacturer’s specifications as they are generally unsuitable for use with instantaneous (tankless)
water heaters.
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APPENDIX D-2
Calculating BTU (Gas) and KW (Electric) Requirements
A. Gas Water Heaters
BTU input =
GPH A x 600 F B Rise x 8.33 lbs./gal of water C
0.70 D
A Gallons per hour, calculated in Appendix D-1
B Desired Rise in Water Temperature: 600 F is the increase in water temperature required to meet
Cal Code requirements for food facilities within Butte County
C Conversion factor
D Thermal Efficiency: 70% (0.70) is assumed to be the thermal efficiency of gas water heaters,
unless listed by NSF or other nationally recognized testing laboratories
B. Electric Water Heaters
KW input =
GPH A x 600 F B Rise x 8.33 lbs./gal of water C
3,412 BTU/KW D
A Gallons per hour, calculated in Appendix D-1
B Desired Rise in Water Temperature: 600 F is the increase in water temperature required to meet
Cal Code requirements for food facilities within Butte County
C Conversion factor
D Conversion factor
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APPENDIX E
Commercial Hoods/Mechanical Exhaust Data Information
Information Concerning Provider
DBA: DATE:
ADDRESS: PLAN CHECK #:
HOOD SYSTEM DESIGNED BY: PHONE #:
Provide the following information concerning mechanical exhaust hood and make-up air design.
Elevated drawing of hood, make-up air, duct elbows, fans, and cooking equipment must be provided
on a separate sheet. Plan must comply with the current Uniform Mechanical Code, Chapter 5.
Cooking Equipment
(Any equipment that may require higher make-up air /hood airflow (CFM), separate ducts etc.)
Char broiler: □ Radiant □ Solid Fuel (Charcoal, Wood Etc.) □ N/A
Tandoori Oven: □ Radiant □ Solid Fuel (Charcoal, Wood Etc.) □ N/A
6” Overhang On Front of Equipment: □ Yes □ No 6” Overhang on sides: □ Yes □ No
Type of Hood
□ Size of Hood: Amount of exhausted air: CFM at resistance
□ TYPE I (check below which applies to hood):
Canopy type Recirculating/Ductless/Ventless Non-canopy type
Water-wash type exhaust hood Compensating hood
□ TYPE II (suitable for equipment that only produces steam, moisture, or heat such as large ovens,
high temperature warewashing machine, gas rice cooker, steam cooker, etc.
□ LISTED HOOD: Manufacturer:
(Provide Manufacturer specifications, listing conditions and calculations for Listed Hoods)
Duct and Filters (Type I hood only)
• Size of duct (s): • Number of ducts:
• Number of grease filters:
• Size of grease filters:
• Rating of filters (CFM or FPM): _
Make-Up Air (must equal amount of exhausted air)
• Source • CFM (cubic feet/minute) =