Identification should include using a variety of resources (e.g., environmental health specialists, online health inspections) to investigate and summarize local, state, and federal food safety requirements.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

What organizations are responsible for regulating food safety practices?
How are federal and local requirements different?
How can employees be made aware of essential sanitation and health codes?
Why is it important to follow sanitation and health codes?

Communication

How can a manager ensure that governmental requirements are understood by everyone in a food service operation?
What resources are available from the government regarding food safety practices?

Leadership

Which governmental regulations must be followed when operating a food service establishment?
How can leaders teach employees the importance of following all food-safety regulations?
How can leaders set an example for following safety regulations?

Management

How can management ensure that all employees follow federal, state, and local requirements?
Why is management ultimately responsible for employees following safety requirements?

Teacher Resources:

Food Safety in Virginia, VDH
Food Code 2022, FDA