Health Regulations for Omani Halwa Factories. Country/Territory Oman Document type Regulation Date 1999 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Food & nutrition Keyword Hygiene/sanitary procedures Public health Food quality control/food safety Authorization/permit Processing/handling Geographical area Asia, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia Abstract This Regulation, issued by the Ministry of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources, consists of 12 articles and gives health rules and conditions for Omani halwa factories. It provides for: a necessary municipal license; location and details for interior decor, equipment and materials used during the processing phases. It also gives regulations for workers, such as health card, annual medical examination, uniforms, caps and boots and personal cleanliness. The factory shall be divided in three divisions: (i) halwa processing hall; (ii) display and sale place; and (iii) raw materials and packages store. For each division are given specifications. Full text English Website www.mrmwr.gov.om