The Food Protection Program promotes healthy people and healthy communities through education and regulation of food service establishments.
In Licking County, there are over 650 licensed food establishments, including restaurants, convenience stores, coffee shops, concession trailers, food vending machines, temporary food sales at events, delis, and grocery stores. Each of these establishments has owners, managers and employees who are expected to handle food safely to prevent disease and comply with state regulations.
Health Department Sanitarians inspect these establishments an average of twice a year, more if needed. They also offer educational sessions for food handlers.
During 2006, 1475 food service and food establishment inspections were performed.
In partnership with the Newark Advocate, Restaurant and Grocery Store inspection results are available on-line at www.newarkadvocate.com/data
Call (740) 349-6535 for information on food safety or licensing.