Concession trailers and booths are common at fairs, carnivals, and sporting events across the country. There are french fry stands, cotton candy booths, and many that serve a variety of foods for visitors to choose from. If you have ever considered operating your own booth, you have to consider a few things and follow some regulations about what equipment you have in it and how it is installed.

Safety First

Anytime food is involved, safe handling of raw ingredients is a concern.. Just like in the restaurant industry, there are safe handling procedures that must be met so that you do not serve food that will make people sick. Every day there are cases of people getting food poisoning from food that was not handled properly and you do not want to be the business that gets your name on the news because of a problem like that. If you are not sure what guidelines apply, you can get the information you need from your local health department. In most cases, they will need to inspect and sign off on your trailer when it is complete as well.

Proper Installation of Equipment

Often concession trailers will have equipment such as friers, grills, and ranges that are powered by propane gas. It is important that these appliances are installed properly and that the gas lines running to them do not leak. Because they need to be so specific, it is a good idea to have an installation technician that is familiar with these kinds of gas lines install them for you. While the gas tanks are typically outside the trailer, the fittings inside must be installed properly or the gas may leak into the trailer making the occupants sick, causing a fire, or creating a hazardous situation that could end in a catastrophe for the trailer, the people operating it and the people outside. The best way to ensure that your trailer is safe is to get the right equipment and have it installed by a professional.

Sourcing Your equipment

When you start shopping for equipment for your concession trailer, visiting a restaurant supply is a good place to start. They will have a lot of options for you to choose from and if you explain to the salesperson that you are installing the equipment in a concession trailer, they can help you find equipment that is sized appropriately for the space you have to work with. In some cases, they might even have equipment designed specifically for the small spaces you are going to be working in, but if they don't, they might be able to point you in the right direction to find what you need. Contact a company, like CS Techs Inc, for more help.