Articles tagged: food safety
health: Restaurant inspections for Washtenaw County in November 2012
Posted: Jan 03, 2013Michigan Adopts New Language for Restaurant Inspections The State of Michigan has updated its Food Law and adopted the Michigan Modified Food Code. The most noticeable change is in the terminology used for violations in ... Read more »
health: Restaurant Inspections for Washtenaw County in October 2012
Posted: Nov 28, 2012Michigan Adopts New Language for Restaurant Inspections The State of Michigan has updated its Food Law and adopted the Michigan Modified Food Code. The most noticeable change is in the terminology used for violations in ... Read more »
health: What goes on in the Washtenaw County Public Health Department? A lot more than you probably realize
Posted: Feb 22, 2012Many of us know the top 10 public health achievements: Vaccine-preventable diseases Prevention and control of infectious diseases Tobacco control Maternal and infant health Motor vehicle safety Cardiovascular disease prevention Occupational safety Cancer prevention Childhood ... Read more »
health: Turkey FUNdamentals: Top questions for cooking a turkey
Posted: Nov 23, 2011Thanksgiving memories should be of good times with friends and family, not of a foodborne illness caused by inattention to food safety. Properly handle, prepare, cook and store food to minimize the growth of E. ... Read more »
Food & Grocery: Restaurant Inspections for Washtenaw County in September 2011
Posted: Oct 26, 2011Washtenaw County Public Health's Environmental Health Division inspects all food service establishments in the county, including bars, restaurants, schools and seasonal vendors —about 1,110 facilities in total! Inspection results are now published monthly on AnnArbor.com. ... Read more »
Restaurant Inspections for August, 2011
Posted: Sep 28, 2011Kristen Schweighoefer, Environmental Health Supervisor Washtenaw County Public Health's Environmental Health Division inspects all food service establishments in the county, including bars, restaurants, schools and seasonal vendors —about 1,110 facilities in total! Inspection results are ... Read more »
health: Tips to prevent food poisoning, insect-borne illness and fireworks injuries this summer
Posted: Jun 15, 2011The return of warmer temperatures brings thoughts of freedom, relaxation, and celebrations. Whether you're relaxing in the backyard, working in the garden, or getting ready for a July 4th fireworks spectacular, here are some ways ... Read more »
Washtenaw Community Concert Band seeks musicians for winter season
Posted: Dec 29, 2010The Washtenaw Community Concert Band, formerly known as the Ypsilanti Community Band, welcomes musicians of all ages who play a concert band instrument well enough to contribute to the band's programming. Read more »
How to avoid food spoilage during power outages; Ford Field cited for health risks
Posted: Jul 27, 2010The Washington Post: Keeping food safe when the power goes out. Power outages have been a common problem during this summer of severe weather. Washington Post food blogger Jennifer LaRue Huget has a list of ... Read more »
Keeping your food safe in warm weather
Posted: Jun 29, 2010As the holiday weekend approaches many of our calendars may be filled with picnics and cookouts. While the mix of friends, family, good food and good times is great, warm weather and perishable food may ... Read more »
Links: How to read a lot of restaurant inspection reports
Posted: Jun 11, 2010I've been reading restaurant inspection reports. In Washtenaw County, restaurants are inspected every six months. The county uploads the inspection results to a server run by Sword Solutions, a company based in Dewitt, Mich., which ... Read more »
Top 5: Critical food safety violations in Washtenaw County restaurants
Posted: Nov 23, 2009Not keeping food hot or cold enough is the No. 1 critical violation Washtenaw County restaurants are cited for, according to Kristen Schweighoefer of the Washtenaw County Environmental Health Division. The county inspects restaurants every ... Read more »
Sprout seeds for an easy indoor project
Posted: Oct 15, 2009Just because the garden is done and the herbs are all wilted doesn't mean you can't still enjoy some fresh greens. Even in the dead of winter, many herbs and other edibles can be grown ... Read more »
NSF International acquires seafood quality certification company
Posted: Oct 01, 2009Ann Arbor Township-based quality auditing not-for-profit NSF International has acquired a seafood quality inspection firm. NSF bought Lynnwood, Wash.-based Surefish Inc., a 65-year-old firm with 17 employees, company officials said. NSF will continue to operate ... Read more »
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