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Seattle & King County
401 5th Ave., Suite 1300
Seattle, WA 98104

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Phone: 206-296-4600
TTY Relay: 711

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Food Protection Program
Inspection reporting system

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The restaurant inspection reporting system
Food establishments that sell or serve food to the public must get an annual permit and be inspected by Public Health - Seattle & King County.

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Search for King County restaurant inspection records
Search for historical inspection records of any of the approximately 10,000 food establishments in King County.

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Public Health lists the reason the establishment was closed, whether it has been reopened, and the date it reopened. Reasons for closing a food establishment can vary and include such issues as failure to follow the permit process and unsafe food handling.

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If you witness possible unsafe food handling practices at a food establishment or experience illness following eating or drinking at an establishment, contact us immediately. All complaints to the Health Department are held in high confidence.

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Go on a virtual tour with a restaurant inspector to learn how an inspection is conducted and what Public Health looks for when investigating a restaurant or food facility.

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At each step in the flow of food through a food service establishment there are general food safety procedures that should be followed to help reduce the risk of contamination and mishandling and that could consequently lead to foodborne illness outbreaks.

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When and why Public Health closes a food establishment
Public Health - Seattle & King County helps food establishments keep the risk of food borne illness low through education and inspections. Safe food handling practices address two basic causes of food borne illness: contamination and temperature control.
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ratGet rid of rats!
Rats are dangerous! They can ruin your food, destroy things in your home and start electrical fires. Rats and their fleas can carry disease.

The Danger ZoneThe Danger Zone
Indicates at which temperatures food should be held to prevent foodborne illnesses.

"Food Safety is in Your Hands" video in English

Streaming videos on food safety
Watch streaming videos through your Internet browser on the importance of handwashing and proper food handling practices.

King County logoStudy Guide for food workers
The study guide to help prepare you for the class and test to get your Food Worker Card.

Updated: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 01:12 PM

All information is general in nature and is not intended to be used as a substitute for appropriate professional advice. For more information please call 206-296-4600 (voice) or TTY Relay: 711. Mailing address: ATTN: Communications Team, Public Health - Seattle & King County, 401 5th Ave., Suite 1300, Seattle, WA 98104 or click here to email us. Because of confidentiality concerns, questions regarding client health issues cannot be responded to by e-mail. Click here for the Notice of Privacy Practices. For more information, contact the Public Health Privacy Office at 206-205-5975.

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