📢 Big news! FSIS announced its final determination to declare Salmonella an adulterant in raw breaded stuffed chicken products when they exceed a specific threshold (1 CFU per gram or higher) for Salmonella contamination. These products typically are stuffed with ingredients, such as raw vegetables, butter, cheese or meat such as ham. Read the press release: https://bit.ly/3WjbIty
USDA-FSIS
Government Administration
Washington, D.C. 40,906 followers
Protecting the public’s health by ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products.
About us
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) responsible for protecting the public’s health by ensuring the safety of the Nation’s commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products. FSIS ensures food safety through the authorities of the Federal Meat Inspection Act, the Poultry Products Inspection Act, and the Egg Products Inspection Act; and humane animal handling through the authority of Humane Methods of Slaughter Act. FSIS employs about 9,000 personnel, the majority of whom work on the front lines of food safety in establishments across the country to ensure the production of food is safe. Our workforce leverages tools such as the Public Health Information System (PHIS) to meet existing requirements and anticipate future public health issues and trends. Our personnel possess diverse skill sets and competencies that complement one another. We have a large number of food, consumer safety, and import inspectors; public health veterinarians; enforcement, investigations, and analysis officers; chemists; microbiologists; epidemiologists; and a range of other public health professionals. We also employ personnel skilled and trained in policy development; data, scientific, and lab analysis; financial, administrative, investigative, technical, and communications tasks; and other functions that support FSIS’ mission.
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http://www.fsis.usda.gov
External link for USDA-FSIS
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, D.C.
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1862
- Specialties
- Food Inspection, Veterinarians, Consumer Safety, Meat and Poultry, and Food Inspectors
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1400 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20250, US
Employees at USDA-FSIS
Updates
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FACT: Salmonella can be on present on eggshells. Always wash your hands with soap and water after handling eggs to prevent spreading bacteria to other foods (like Mother’s Day brunch), surfaces, or people. Learn more: 🔗 https://bit.ly/3wjZtCf
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A message from FSIS Deputy Administrator, Terri Nintemann honoring the work FSIS employees do in serving the American people and protecting public health. #PSRW #GovPossible
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USDA-FSIS reposted this
Frank Tenorio, a dedicated Consumer Safety Inspector (CSI) with USDA-FSIS in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, meticulously upholds federal regulations, ensuring compliance with the Federal Meat Inspection Act. During a routine inspection, he observed an import violation and collaborated with various USDA divisions to ensure proper product disposition, showcasing his commitment to consumer safety and regulatory adherence. #AANHPIMonth #PSRW
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A message from FSIS Administrator, Paul Kiecker honoring the work FSIS employees do in serving the American people and protecting public health. #PSRW #GovPossible
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Hello, Nebraska! 👋 FSIS is actively hiring in Nebraska – check out our current openings below. *5k recruitment incentive available* Apply and share the opportunity! Check out our guide on how to apply: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8bE8x8Z Food Inspectors -Gibbon, Nebraska closes June 4: https://lnkd.in/eUbmZnUN Learn about the role of Food Safety Inspector: https://lnkd.in/ezsguVWs Consumer Safety Inspectors -Gordon, Nebraska closes May 8: https://lnkd.in/eqXwgnQN Learn about the role of Consumer Safety Inspector: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eEauNKn9 Explore employee benefits: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ena3eafN
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Considering joining the frontline of food safety as a Federal Inspector with USDA but not sure if you qualify? We have a guide for that! https://bit.ly/3RQF3Jg While you’re at it – explore our employee benefits: 🔗 https://bit.ly/47ykq8Y
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We’re thrilled to share an inspiring feature on one our outstanding team members, CDR Catherine Rockwell, in the Commissioned Corps of the U.S. Public Health Service May 2024 Officer Spotlight. With a career spanning over 19 years with FSIS, CDR Rockwell exemplifies dedication to public health and safety. Read about her impactful journey and her advice to future public health leaders: https://lnkd.in/dNC6QEtZ
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Mother’s Day menu: Love, laughter, and a hefty helping of USDA food safety tips. Serve up some peace of mind! https://bit.ly/3URz0Wh
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A message from Under Secretary for Food Safety, Dr. Emilio Esteban honoring the work FSIS employees do in serving the American people and protecting public health. #PSRW #GovPossible