Food Vending Vehicle Inspection Checklist
TXFVA SELF-AUDIT · BUILT FROM THE DSHS MOBILE FOOD VENDOR GUIDE, UPDATED MAY 2026
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Run this before the DSHS pre-licensing inspection, not after. Equipment and criteria vary by type of operation — refer to the Texas Food Establishment Rules and 25 TAC 226 for complete requirements, or call Retail Food Safety Operations at 512-834-6753.
LICENSE / FILE #
MFV NAME
DATE
☐ PHOTOS ATTACHED☐ DRIVER’S LICENSE VERIFIED☐ LICENSE PLATE VERIFIED☐ MEETS REQUIREMENTS ☐ DOES NOT MEET
| IN | OUT | N/A | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liquid waste retention tank provided and capacity at least 15% larger than the potable water storage tank, permanently installed, sloped to drain, and labeled “wastewater.” Size: ______ gallons | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 2 | Potable water from an approved source. Public water system needs no testing; a PRIVATE water supply must be tested under 30 TAC Chapter 290, Subchapter F. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 3 | Hot and cold running water under pressure provided to all sinks. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 4 | Handwash sink provided, conveniently located, and accessible. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 5 | Soap, paper towels, detergent and sanitizing chemicals provided. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 6 | Three compartment sink provided, large enough to clean largest equipment/utensil. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 7 | Equipment for hot holding and cold holding, adequate to maintain TCS foods at required temperatures. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 8 | Food products obtained from an approved source. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 9 | A servicing area provided for cleaning, supplying, loading of water, and discharge of sewage. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 10 | A certified food manager employed when TCS foods are prepared. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 11 | Central preparation or storage facility licensed and operated according to Texas Food Establishment Rules (if required); most recent inspection available for review. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 12 | Met all conditions in the Central Preparation Facility / Commissary Exemption Checklist. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 13 | Single service articles provided and used. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 14 | Potable water tank provided, labeled “potable water”, and installed sloped to drain. Size: ______ gallons | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Food Vending Vehicle Inspection Checklist
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| IN | OUT | N/A | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Potable water inlet equipped with a hose connection of a size or type that prevents its use for any other purpose, labeled “potable water,” with a ¾-inch or less inlet connection. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 16 | Potable water distribution pipes or tubing constructed and installed in accordance with public health and plumbing standards. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 17 | Liquid waste servicing connection a different size than the water connection; liquid waste connection labeled. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 18 | Effective control measures used for insects, rodents, and environmental contaminants; installed screening at least 16 mesh to the inch. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 19 | Food vending vehicle constructed of corrosion resistant, durable materials. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 20 | Food vending vehicle has easily cleanable, non-absorbent floors, walls, and ceilings. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 21 | Counters and tables designed for durability and easily cleanable. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 22 | Equipment installed so that it is easily cleanable and is in clean, sound condition. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 23 | Facilities provided for solid waste storage that is easily cleanable and covered. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 24 | Readily moveable: wheels attached and in good repair, no structural impediments, no permanent utility connections, no skirting, not on blocks or raised off the ground. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 25 | Designated locations for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco, and store personal items. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 26 | Toilet rooms conveniently located and accessible to employees during all hours of operation. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 27 | Menu provided. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
| 28 | Records of loaded vehicle weight as issued by TDOT. | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
TXFVA SELF-AUDIT SHEET. NOT A DSHS DETERMINATION — THE INSPECTION IS THE INSPECTION. THE POINT OF THIS SHEET IS THAT NOTHING ON IT IS A SURPRISE ON THE DAY.