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Environmental  \nServices may include inspections and or consultation regarding; food safety/food service establishments, lodging, childcare facilities, private drinking water, domestic onsite wastewater treatment systems, and indoor air quality. Additionally, the EPHS assists the communicable disease nurse in addressing animal bites and rabies testing. Links supporting additional technical information are included in the general topic descriptions below.  \nFind Shelby County inspection reports for Retail Food Establishment, Childcare Home, Childcare Center and Lodging Facility inspections here [https://webapp.sanswrite.com/mo_doh/macon/?iframe&county=Shelby](https://webapp.sanswrite.com/mo_doh/macon/?iframe&county=Shelby)  \nFood Inspections and Food Safety  \nThe Shelby County Health Department performs food inspections under the authority of the State of Missouri. We assist with food safety consultations, education, and we inspect food establishments, mobile food units, and temporary food events open to the public. Food establishments include restaurants, taverns, grocery stores, convenience stores, and other food retail environments. A food establishment plan review is conducted for new facilities and major remodels. Application link for food establishments related to new facilities and major  \nremodels [http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/580-3058.pdf](http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/580-3058.pdf. Deficiencies marked)[. Deficiencies marked](http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/580-3058.pdf. Deficiencies marked)[ ](http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/580-3058.pdf. Deficiencies marked)[during inspections may be categorized as priority or core items. The categories define](during inspections may be categorized as priority or core items. The categories define)[ ](during inspections may be categorized as priority or core items. The categories define)[an associated risk to the factors that lead to food-borne illness and establish correction](an associated risk to the factors that lead to food-borne illness and establish correction)[ ](an associated risk to the factors that lead to food-borne illness and establish correction)[timeliness for deficiencies observed. Missouri Food Code](timeliness for deficiencies observed. Missouri Food Code)  \nlink [http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/missourifoodcode.pdf](http://health.mo.gov/safety/foodsafety/pdf/missourifoodcode.pdf)  \nA Certified Food Protection Manager Exam is proctored at the Health Department, advanced scheduling is required. A couple of ways to achieve knowledge are through online educational venues, as self-paced training at [https://www.statefoodsafety.com](https://www.statefoodsafety.com) or by purchasing the National Restaurant Association “ServSafe” Course Book (available atthe Health Department) . Manager Classes are intended for chefs, supervisors, and leaders for $100.00 and include the price of one examination session. Our Basic Food Handler Class provides food handlers with fundamental food safety training and exam for $20.00 per person.  \nThe Shelby County Health Department’s Environmental Specialist conducts routine and follow-up inspections year-round. If you have questions regarding food safety or inspections, please call 573-633-2353.  \nFood recalls are generally associated with food or ingredients that may be unsafe for human consumption. This may also relate to improper labeling or lack of declaration of an allergen. Food may have been tested for contamination or bacteria related to a food-borne illness. Below are two links that announce food recalls.  \nMO DHSS ([https://health.mo.gov/safety/foodrecalls](https://health.mo.gov/safety/foodrecalls))  \nFDA ([https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-","cbCaio8JRKh9WEWh","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaio8JRKh9WEWh","pdf",224409,"English","# Food Inspections and Food Safety\n## Food Inspection Authority and Scope\n## Food Training and Exams\n## Food Recalls\n# Emergency Response\n## Distressed and Adulterated Foods\n# Lead\n## Lead Education and Risk Information","[{\"question\":\"What does the Environmental Public Health Specialist (EPHS) do for community safety?\",\"answer\":\"The EPHS helps prevent disease by promoting safe and healthy environmental conditions across the community. 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