10 Questions
What is the responsibility of the FDA regarding food additives before they are marketed?
Reviewing the safety of food and color additives
What is the role of the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)?
Overseeing domestic and imported meat and poultry products
What does the FDA do to ensure the safety of imported food products?
Working with foreign governments to ensure safety of certain imported food products
What is the role of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in food safety?
Investigating sources of foodborne disease outbreaks and maintaining a nationwide system of foodborne disease surveillance
What is the purpose of good food manufacturing practices and production standards?
Establishing good food manufacturing practices and other production standards, such as plant sanitation and hazard analysis
What happens when the FDA identifies an unsafe food product?
Requesting manufacturers to recall the unsafe food product and monitoring those recalls
Why does the FDA develop model codes and ordinances?
To establish guidelines and interpretations for states to implement
What is the purpose of the FDA's education efforts?
Educating industry and consumers on safe food-handling practices
What does the FDA do to ensure the safety of animal feeds used in food-producing animals?
Monitoring the safety of animal feeds used in food-producing animals
What does the CDC do to prevent foodborne diseases?
Develops and advocates public health policies to prevent foodborne diseases
This quiz covers the history of food laws and regulations in the United States, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Learn about the origins of food safety concerns, economic fraud, and the role of notable figures like Theophrastus and Pliny the Elder.
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