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More than 3,000 state, local and tribal agencies have primary responsibility to regulate the retail food and foodservice industries in the United States. They are responsible for the inspection and oversight of over 1 million food establishments - restaurants and grocery stores, as well as vending machines, cafeterias, and other outlets in health-care facilities, schools, and correctional facilities.

FDA strives to promote the application of science-based food safety principles in retail and foodservice settings to minimize the incidence of foodborne illness.

FDA assists regulatory agencies and the industries they regulate by providing a model Food Code, scientifically-based guidance, training, program evaluation, and technical assistance.

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FDA Food Code
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	Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards
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	5 Tips to Consider When Preparing Recommendations for Changes to Retail Food Policy
	Food Code Reference System
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          Retail Food Risk Factor Study
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          Voluntary National Retail Food Regulatory Program Standards
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