FSIS: Ensuring Food Safety

What is the primary role of the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)?

• To regulate the prices of food products

• To provide nutritional information to the public

• To oversee the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products

• To promote healthy eating habits

Which of the following is a responsibility of a Consumer Safety Inspector at FSIS?

• Inspecting companies to prevent foodborne illnesses

• Developing new food products

• Marketing food safety campaigns

• Conducting laboratory tests on food samples

What is a key duty of a Supervisory Public Health Veterinarian at FSIS?

• Managing food safety budgets

• Observing animals for infectious diseases at slaughter facilities

• Training new veterinarians

• Designing food packaging

Which skill is NOT mentioned as important for FSIS roles?

• Strong science background

• Good communication skills

• Ability to write reports

• Proficiency in multiple languages

What is one of the favorite aspects of working at FSIS mentioned by the employees?

• The opportunity to work from home

• The chance to travel and meet new people

• The potential for high earnings

• The ability to set their own work hours