Food Safety at FNS
FNS helps protect program participants from foodborne illness by developing food safety education, training, and technical assistance resources to support FNS program operators. The food safety team relies on science-based food safety research and works closely with external food safety partners to make sure available food safety resources are useful and reflect current knowledge.
In addition to supporting FNS program operators, the food safety team recognizes the importance of access to consumer-focused food safety information.
Food Safety Emergency Response
This page provides resources that can help FNS program operators prevent foodborne illness during emergencies and disasters. The Food Safety Emergency Response Pocket Guide supports school nutrition professionals in their response to food safety emergencies caused by disasters and weather-related events. The Assembling Food Safety Emergency Supply Kits poster highlights supplies to include in emergency kits.
Food Safe Schools: Creating a Culture of Food Safety
The Food-Safe Schools Action Guide was developed for school nutrition directors to create cultures of food safety in their communities. The action guide will assist you in reviewing your current food safety efforts, taking action, and communicating with your community.
Food Safety Partnerships
FNS works cooperatively with University partners to advance food safety research and provide valuable resources for child nutrition program operators. The Center for Food Safety in Child Nutrition Programs at Kansas State University provides leadership in advancing food safety research and practices within USDA FNS nutrition assistance programs. The Institute of Child Nutrition at the University of Mississippi provides information and services that promote the continuous improvement of child nutrition programs.
Food Safety Research
Check out these food safety reports, which summarize and contextualize research performed by the Center for Food Safety in Child Nutrition Programs. These reports highlight study findings that may have implications for FNS programs and assist program operators.
Food Safety Resources
Technical Assistance & Guidance
Research, Analysis & Background
Page updated: November 06, 2023
