Office of Food Protection

Protects and promotes health and prevents disease by assuring the safety and quality of the food supply through inspection, plan review and approval of food establishments, and investigation of complaints and foodborne disease outbreaks. Provides 24 hour emergency coverage for fires, accidents and natural disasters involving food products. Responsible for food labeling; protection against consumer fraud relating to food; response to certain environmental complaints; inspections of school and recreational facilities; bathing area sampling; developing assisted living food standard; and certification of food managers.