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In Snohomish County, a health district inspector looks at every aspect of establishments, literally from the ceiling to the floor. Inspectors look for compliance in two categories: critical and non-critical violations.
Critical items have the greatest potential to cause illness or harm to the public, including:
Restaurant inspection reports are available online.
Biggest risk factors observed during an inspection:
Snohomish Health District believes in educating the community and thus works with operators to create a safer food establishment for the public.
Snohomish Health District inspections ensure proper food handling, cleaning and safety at more than 3,000 permanent restaurants, groceries and other food establishments,1,000 temporary food booths, and 200 school kitchens.