Food Safety

Foodborne illness remains an important public health concern. The CDC estimates there are 76 million cases of food borne illness each year in the U.S. These illnesses result in 323,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 deaths. Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department promotes safe food practices within the community by:

Reviewing plans of all new and remodeled food establishments;
Educating food workers and the public about food safety;
Conducting routine inspections; and
Investigating reports of foodborne illness.

The following sections provide you with food safety information.

2010 Farmers Markets

Consumer Food Safety

The latest consumer food safety information.

Food Bites Newsletter
Recent editions of our quarterly newsletter.

Food Establishment Inspection Reports
Past inspection reports for all food establishments in Pierce County.

Food Establishment Plan Review Process
Download applications and information related to opening a new food establishment or remodeling an existing facility.

Food Establishment Regulations
Washington State rules and regulations governing food service operations.

Food Managers Course
Current information on certified food managers course, including dates of classes.

Food Worker Card Class
Information about when and where classes are held.

Foodborne Illness Reporting
Signs and symptoms of food poisoning and how to report your illness to the health department.

Temporary Food Service
Requirements for operating a temporary food service operation.

Complaint Reporting
Report unsafe food handling practices.

Last Updated: Jan 28, 2010 3:39 PM