Food Safety
Consumer Food Safety
San Mateo County Environmental Health Services works to keep your food safe to eat by inspecting food sold in markets, restaurants, schools, mobile facilities, and special events. Following simple steps can protect you and your loved ones from foodborne illnesses.
What is foodborne illness?
Foodborne illness (also known as food poisoning) refers to any illness caused by eating or drinking something that is contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites, or chemicals that can make people sick.
Approved Food Safety Certification Courses
Please follow the below link to the approved agencies for the Food Manager Certification Program, as described in Section 113947.3 of the California Health and Safety Code (Cal Code).
Food Facility Closures and Administrative Hearings
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Businesses that present an imminent health risk due to major violations of the California Retail Food Code (Cal Code) are closed by Environmental Health Services staff. For businesses that have repeated non-compliance with Cal Code, an administrative hearing is conducted with a business representative and Environmental Health Services staff.
Food Inspection Results
For the inspection history of a food establishment, please request copies of inspection reports by emailing envhealth@smcgov.org or calling (650) 372-6200.
