Location: 200 E. Berry St., Suite 360, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday
Meet the Staff: Steven Schumm, REHS, Asst. Director; Alicia Whittaker, Env. Health Specialist; Jason McKown; Env. Health Specialist; Audrey Wendling; Env. Health Specialist; Rob Dent, Env. Health Specialist; Ruby Bates, Support Staff
General Information
The Food and Consumer Protection Division is responsible for inspecting all permanent and temporary food establishments, such as bars, restaurants, schools, grocery and convenience stores, festivals and farmer food markets. Inspectors conduct food-borne illness investigations, educational programs and follow-up on all food-related consumer complaints. The division also investigates food establishment fires and food-related vehicle accidents. Any new establishments or ones undergoing remodeling or renovation are subject to a facility plan review and related inspections. The division also issues permits to tattoo and body-piercing establishments and does the related inspections and complaint investigations.
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The number one thing that a person can do to prevent a foodborne illness is to wash their hands. Our mothers advice is still the best.
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