What is the food code is created by which government agency?

The Food Code is a model code created and published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). It provides a framework for safeguarding public health by establishing practical, science-based guidance for mitigating foodborne illness risk factors in retail and foodservice settings. It is designed to be adopted by state, local, tribal, and federal agencies responsible for regulating these establishments.

Important subjects covered in the Food Code include:

• Foodborne Illness Prevention
• Food Safety Management Systems
• Temperature Control
• Employee Health and Hygiene
• Cleaning and Sanitizing
• Pest Control
• Food Labeling