California RulesQuestion 106 of 319
Which California government body is primarily responsible for routine on-site inspection and enforcement of CalCode at retail food facilities?
a.California Restaurant Association
b.U.S. FDA
c.California Department of Public Health (CDPH)
d.Local county environmental health department
Explanation
Although CDPH sets statewide food safety standards under CalCode, day-to-day inspections and enforcement at retail food facilities are carried out by the local county (or city) environmental health department.
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