We work to protect community health by working with food service establishments (owners, operators, caterers, and the community) to avoid imminent health hazards through design and management, education, permitting, and inspections. These efforts result in fewer food borne illness in the community.
Responsibilities
Our Environmental Health staff:
Provide plan review and approval for new food service facilities
Issue permits for food service operators
Investigate food borne illness outbreaks
Investigate complaints
Provide training for the food service industry by request on preparation, storage, and service of food (Food Safety 101)
Provide information and education on food safety issues
Inspect permanent, temporary, and mobile food services
Inspect community and school food service facilities