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Food Safety

Environmental Health Services

The Food Safety section of San Mateo County Health provides vital information to help residents and businesses maintain safe food practices. It covers topics such as foodborne illness prevention, consumer safety tips and guidelines for food establishments. Whether you’re a consumer seeking to understand how to protect yourself from foodborne illnesses or a food business aiming to comply with health regulations, this program offers the necessary resources and guidance to ensure food safety throughout the county.

Raw Chicken Training Materials for Restaurant Operators

Access training materials, including manuals and videos, for proper raw chicken handling to prevent cross-contamination in restaurants.

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Food Inspection Results

Request inspection reports for food establishments to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

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Approved Food Safety Certification Courses

Get a list of approved agencies offering Food Manager Certification programs in compliance with California Health and Safety regulations.

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Consumer Food Safety

Discover how to prevent foodborne illnesses with tips on safe food handling, storage and preparation.

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Food Safety Updates

Shellfish Safety

San Mateo County’s Mussel Sampling Program Approximately every two weeks Environmental Health Services staff collects mussel and plankton samples along San Mateo County’s coastline as part of the State’s Mussel […]