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Food Protection

About Food Protection

Foot Protection

Public Health – Idaho North Central District (PH-INCD) and the food industry share responsibility for ensuring that our food supply is safe. Environmental Health provides the following services to ensure a safe food supply:

  • Enforce the State of Idaho Rules Governing Food Safety and Sanitation Standards.
  • Permit and inspect all regulated food establishments.
  • Review plans for new and remodeled food establishments.
  • Conduct food management training classes.
  • Handle food complaints from the public, investigate complaints, and take corrective actions, if needed.
Food Protection Links

EH Hours

Mon - FriBy appointment only
Sat - SunCLOSED

Department Address

215 10th St.
Lewiston, ID 83501

208-799-3100

Food Establishment License Renewal Online Application Form (COMING SOON)

CHANGES TO THE IDAHO FOOD CODE!

The State of Idaho has recently updated the Idaho Food Code, and the changes go into effect July 1, 2016. This link contains a document that summarizes the major changes between the new Idaho Food Code and the existing Idaho Food Code.
– Idaho Food Code Informational Copy
– Summary Comparison of the Updated Idaho Food Code and 2005 Idaho Food Code | PDF
– IMPORTANT CHANGES TO THE IDAHO FOOD CODE | PDF

Food Protection Resources

Certified Food Protection Manger Training

(Only need to take one of the following)

Permanent Food Establishments
Mobile Food Establishments
Temporary Food Establishments and Farmer's Market
Cottage Foods (Fraternal/Benevolent/Charitable Organizations)
Food Processing
Other