How do I become a food inspector in Calgary?

How do I become a food inspector in Calgary?

To qualify for the Certificate of Public Health Inspection (Canada) designation, candidates must:

1. Hold an approved bachelor’s degree in environmental health.
2. Have completed 12 weeks of acceptable field work.
3. Pass oral examinations.
4. Submit two field reports.

How much do health inspectors make Alberta?

In Alberta, Inspectors in public and environmental health and occupational health and safety earn an average of $44.02/hour or $89,167.00/year.

When can health inspectors go and inspect restaurants in Alberta?

Under the Food Regulation, restaurant inspections occur prior to the opening of a new facility, every four to six months thereafter or more often if non-compliance with the regulation has been identified.

How do I become a food safety inspector in Canada?

There are three steps in this process.

1. You must satisfy the educational requirements set by the Board of Certification.
2. You must complete a 12 week practicum at an agency acceptable to the Board of Certification.
3. You must pass the BOC certification exam that consists of an oral exam and two written reports.

How do I get a food handlers permit in Alberta?

Most food businesses in Alberta require a permit to operate. An application for a permit must be made in writing to the regional health authority in the area where the business plans to operate. Permits are valid for one year and must be displayed in a place which is easily seen by customers.

How do I report a restaurant to the health department in Canada?

Report food poisoning illness by calling the reporting line at 416-392-7411 during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or 3-1-1 at any other time, or by going to the DineSafe Complaints page.

How do I complain about bad food?

Consumers can contact the FSSAI through an online platform called the ‘Food Safety Voice’. This platform gives the people the right to register complaints regarding adulterated, substandard or unsafe food, and poor labelling or misleading ads associated with food products.

How often do public health inspections take place in Alberta?

Public Health Inspectors operate under the Alberta Public Health Act to ensure compliance with the province’s Food Regulation. Under the Food Regulation, restaurant inspections occur prior to the opening of a new facility, every four to six months thereafter or more often if non-compliance with the regulation has been identified.

Where can I find a restaurant inspection report?

Restaurant inspection findings are available online for anyone to browse through, which include a list of violations found during the inspections. You can browse through these inspection findings, but, are you sure you want to?

What does a public health inspector do for the public?

Public health inspectors always have the best health and safety interests of the public in mind and work to minimize or eliminate risks to the public before a hazard exists. They perform inspections, follow-up on complaints, collect samples, enforce legal requirements, as well as provide advice and referrals, information and education services.

What are the regulations for Public Health in Alberta?

The Environmental Public Health Program enforces Alberta’s Public Health Act (RSA Chapter P-37), including many regulations like the Food Regulation (A.R. 31/2006) and the Housing Regulation (A.R. 173/99).