Potable water

Potable water

RequirementRef. FSSAI-FSE-WAT-001
In plain language

Water used in food prep or contact with food must meet the IS:10500 drinking-water standard and be tested at least twice a year, with records kept.

Official text

“Only potable water, with appropriate facilities for its storage and distribution shall be used as an ingredient in processing and cooking... Water storage tanks shall be cleaned periodically and records of the same shall be maintained in a register.”

Source
Schedule 4, Part II · 4.1.1-4.1.3; FSE inspection checklist (Design & facilities section)View official source →
What to do

Use potable water for food prep; get it tested at an accredited lab and keep the report on file.

What inspectors look for

Water test report; tank-cleaning register

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