The Retail Food Safety Program at NCHD is the Environmental Health Division’s largest program. Our staff covers over 400 restaurants, grocery stores, schools and other facilities that store and/or serve food throughout our health district. Establishments are normally scheduled for one to three inspections per year dependent on the risk factors present within the facility.

When we inspect facilities we are looking to ensure there are no violations that could contribute to a foodborne illness. We check to make sure foods are cooked and stored at appropriate temperatures, that facilities are clean and sanitization procedures are being followed, that food service staff are practicing good personal hygiene, and that all equipment is kept in working order. If a facility is the subject of a complaint, a complaint-inspection may be initiated to determine compliance.

We also participate in the education of food service staff in northeast Colorado by offering ServSafe Food Handler and Manager trainings.

If you’d like more information, please contact our Environmental Health Manager:

Melvin Bustos
(970) 867-4918 ext. 2262
melb@nchd.org

The Colorado Retail Food Establishment Regulations (6 CCR 1010-2) were adopted by the State Board of Health on January 17, 2024, and became effective March 16, 2024.  These regulations incorporate the 2022 FDA Food Code.  Incorporation of the 2022 FDA Food Code represents a commitment to the goal of preventing and reducing the incidence of foodborne illness within retail and foodservice establishments in Colorado.

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