Which level of government should be consulted when making food safety decisions, listing the most important (first) resource to last resource :

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Local then State then Federal is the order in which to consult when making food safety decisions. First, check the Local ordinances for your food safety requirements, such as the City or County department of health. Second, you should research the State government requirements to make sure you comply with them. Thirdly, you would use Federal resources. The Federal government gives the burden of food safety standards to the States when it comes to restaurants since the State inspects restaurants. Some Cities, such as New York City, have their own set or requirements. This means that NYC officials will inspect your restaurant instead of State or County representatives. For this reason it is important to first check the Local requirements, followed by the State requirements and finally using Federal resources for general information.

Which Level of Government Should Be Consulted When Making Food