Environmental Health - Food Program

Food Service Permits - Inspections for food service locations are done a minimum of twice a year.

Permits are issued for:

• Food service operations
• Retail food establishments
• Vending machines operations
• Temporary food service permits
• Mobile food service permits.

ServSafe Starters Employee Online course,
Ohio has been approved by the Ohio Department of Health, ODH # 89-17, for food service operations and retail food establishments that need Level One training.
This course has been modified to ensure that all employees that need Level One training will receive all of the modules that are in the course. Once they have successfully completed the course they will receive the approved Certificate of Completion.
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Food service fees (Levels) are determined by the Ohio Food Safety Codes. Read more on Ohio Food Codes

Click Here for 2012 Food Service Fees

Food Safety Informational Links

Ohio Department of Health

Ohio Department of Agriculture

Food Borne Illness
Even though we inspect food service operations regularly, the potential for food borne illness still exists. Food borne illness can range form mild flu like symptoms to severe nausea, cramping, diarrhea, and in the most severe cases, death. Timing is critical when reporting food borne illness. You should contact us if you either suspect or are able to confirm a food borne illness at 937-472-0087.

Food Preparation Tips and Guidlines:

Poultry Preparation and Food Safety