The Consultative Services (CS) unit provides technical assistance
by engaging in activities that are designed to foster a greater understanding of
local health department compliance policies and related state and federal codes. The
Unit conducts consultative evaluations to assist retail food operations in finding
compliance solutions and provides technical support in the review of food-related
equipment. The Unit provides training to employees in the retail food service
industry and delivers informative presentations that address issues relevant to the
food industry.
CS oversees the Certified Food Handler (CFH) Program through reviews and audits of
Los Angeles County (LAC)-approved CFH training providers and the issuance of LAC CFH
Certificates to qualified food service workers. Additionally, the Unit reviews,
approves, and issues the "Certificate of Excellence" to retail food establishments
that receive three successive "A" inspection ratings with no high-risk violations or
repeated moderate-risk violations.
The Unit keeps abreast with current issues and trends within the food industry by
maintaining an advisory presence on various professional and business associations
and committees.
For more information about CS or services provided, call (626) 430-5320 or fax at
(626) 813-4833.
Housing Inspection Bureau