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USDA-FSIS
Government Administration
Washington, D.C. 46,399 followers
Protecting the public’s health by ensuring the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products.
About us
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health agency in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) responsible for protecting the public’s health by ensuring the safety of the Nation’s commercial supply of meat, poultry, and egg products. FSIS ensures food safety through the authorities of the Federal Meat Inspection Act, the Poultry Products Inspection Act, and the Egg Products Inspection Act; and humane animal handling through the authority of Humane Methods of Slaughter Act. FSIS employs about 9,000 personnel, the majority of whom work on the front lines of food safety in establishments across the country to ensure the production of food is safe. Our workforce leverages tools such as the Public Health Information System (PHIS) to meet existing requirements and anticipate future public health issues and trends. Our personnel possess diverse skill sets and competencies that complement one another. We have a large number of food, consumer safety, and import inspectors; public health veterinarians; enforcement, investigations, and analysis officers; chemists; microbiologists; epidemiologists; and a range of other public health professionals. We also employ personnel skilled and trained in policy development; data, scientific, and lab analysis; financial, administrative, investigative, technical, and communications tasks; and other functions that support FSIS’ mission.
- Website
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http://www.fsis.usda.gov
External link for USDA-FSIS
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Washington, D.C.
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1862
- Specialties
- Food Inspection, Veterinarians, Consumer Safety, Meat and Poultry, and Food Inspectors
Locations
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Primary
1400 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20250, US
Employees at USDA-FSIS
Updates
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FSIS is actively seeking qualified individuals to join our team as Consumer Safety Inspectors. We are hiring in multiple locations across the U.S. with a 5k recruitment incentive available. ➡️https://lnkd.in/eqPqpveq
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USDA-FSIS reposted this
The Great American Farmers Market in Washington, DC, has something for everyone! Each day of the week-long celebration will feature a unique theme that blends hands-on fun with meaningful learning. Free and open to all! www.usda.gov/gafm
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🥪🎒School is almost in session! Keep packed lunches safe with these food safety essentials: https://lnkd.in/ettMZCCQ
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Smoking meat this summer? Follow these steps for a #SummerServedSafe. 🍖 https://lnkd.in/eNyD74wt
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📢Psst: “Ready to eat” and “Ready to cook” are not the same thing. When packing or heating fresh or frozen meals for school lunch, follow manufacturer cooking instructions and always use a food thermometer! #BacktoSchool
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FSIS is actively seeking qualified individuals to join our team as Public Health Veterinarians. We are hiring in multiple locations across the U.S. with a 20k recruitment incentive available. ⤵️ ➡️ Apply or share: https://lnkd.in/ehenQhYy ➡️ Learn about the role: https://lnkd.in/ehrqSCsy
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USDA-FSIS reposted this
🚨 Final call! Today is the last chance to apply as a vendor for the Great American Farmers Market in Washington, DC! We're looking for farmers, ranchers, and producers from all 50 states who want to sell what they grow, raise or produce on their farm! Apply by TONIGHT, July 16 @ 11:59PM ET ➡️ http://usda.gov/gafm
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USDA-FSIS reposted this
Exciting day today for USDA-FSIS! Secretary Brooke L. Rollins visited the brand new Midwest Laboratory in Normandy, Missouri to officially open the facility. Our brand new laboratory reflects USDA’s ongoing commitment to science-based, data driven solutions for food safety. Pictured left to right: Terry Dutko, MWL Director; William Shaw, acting Assistant Administrator for FSIS’ Office of Public Health Science; Secretary Rollins; Chris Chinn, Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture; Roger Davis, 43 year USDA employee; Arneather Thompson, 47 year USDA employee; Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe; Me 🙂; Justin R. Ransom, Ph.D. FSIS administrator.
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USDA-FSIS reposted this
Proud to join USDA Secretary Rollins today in Normandy, MO for the ribbon cutting of the new Midwestern Laboratory — a major step forward in strengthening our nation's food safety infrastructure. During the event, Secretary Rollins introduced her 5 Point Food Safety Plan to modernize America’s inspection system: 1. Enhance microbiological testing and oversight 2. Equip inspectors with advanced tools and training 3. Implement commonsense strategies to reduce Salmonella illnesses 4. Strengthen state and local partnerships 5. Empower inspectors to enforce compliance with confidence The Midwestern Laboratory will serve as a hub for advanced testing, rapid response, and informed decision-making in food safety. It reflects FSIS' commitment to science-based oversight and practical stewardship of our food systems.
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