OPINION: Northern health works to improve food safety - (250 News)
June 11, 2008 – 6:34 pmPrince George, B.C. — Northern Health is launching a comprehensive information campaign to increase awareness of food safety matters among northern BCs community groups and non-profit organizations.
At meetings on food safety matters with groups and organizations across the region, we heard a call for more information about food safety rules, and what assistance Environmental Health Officers can provide to ensure community food events are safe and successful, said Northern Healths regional director of Public Health Protection, Lucy Beck.
Environmental Health Officers are responsible for protecting the health of the public in a variety of ways. They conduct routine inspections of food establishments and drinking water sources in an effort to prevent the spread of food or water-borne illnesses. They also help ensure that recreational facilities (such as public swimming pools) and personal services (like tattoo parlours and body-piercing services) are operating in a safe and healthy manner.
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