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Retail Program Standards Networks Issue Brief
This issue brief investigated the benefits of state and local retail food regulatory programs participating in state- and region-wide networks aimed at achieving conformance with the Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards (Retail Program Standards).
Analysis of Factors Influencing the Implementation of Risk-Based Inspections
This study helps to identify, better understand, and assess the application of RBI methods currently employed by local retail food regulatory programs as well as the overarching barriers preventing the application of RBI methods.
Active Managerial Control Incentive Programs: Examples from Jurisdictions Leading the Way
This page contains resources developed by health departments for their Active Managerial Control incentive programs for use by others interested in developing programs in their jurisdictions.
Active Managerial Control Incentive Programs Assessment Report
This report outlines the results of the nationwide Active Managerial Control Incentive Programs to Improve Food Safety survey, provides insight into key materials and resources used for AMC, and features details of several successful AMC Incentive Programs offered to retail food establishments by environmental health agencies.
Retail Food Risk Factor Study
The 2015-2016 Occurrence Report includes findings from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 10-year study data gathering as well as additional resources such as a factsheet and calls to action for regulators and industry.
Report: Adoption of the FDA Food Code by State and Territorial Agencies
This report identifies the adoption of the FDA Food Code at the state and territorial level as of December 31, 2021.
FDA Office of Training Education and Development
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration Office of Regulatory Affairs’ Office of Training Education and Development (OTED) provides free training to state, local and tribal regulatory partners in both online and in-classroom formats.
Council to Improve Foodborne Outbreak Response Guidelines for Foodborne Disease Outbreak Response
The Council to Improve Foodborne Outbreak Response (CIFOR) Guidelines for Foodborne Disease Outbreak Response describe model practices for foodborne disease outbreaks, including preparation, detection, investigation, control, and follow-up as well as the roles of key organizations in foodborne disease outbreaks.
Foodborne Illness Videos
A collection of videos that help shed a light on the individual impact of foodborne illness and the lives affected.
Educational Posters for Retail Food Employees
Storyboards, cause and effect posters, and video testimonials to enhance food safety training at the retail level by helping food employees understand the important role they play in protecting public health.