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Stay Safe in a Flood
Vermont’s rivers, streams and lakes can be harmful to our health and safety when they flood. Learn about the steps you can take to stay safe before, during and after a flood.
Food Safety for Consumers
Food Safety in Your Home Each year an estimated 48 million cases of food poisoning occur in the U.S. — the equivalent of one in six Americans. The resources on this page can help to keep you and your family...
Botulism
There are three main types of botulism: foodborne, intestinal and wound.
Campylobacteriosis
People can get sick with campylobacter by eating food or drinking liquids that have been contaminated. It’s one of the most common foodborne diseases in Vermont.
E. Coli (STEC)
Escherchia coli (E. coli) are bacteria that live in the environment and in the gastrointestinal system of humans and animals.
Home-Based Food Establishments
Health Department regulations allow some small businesses to operate in a primary residence using standard home equipment.
Resources for License Holders
Search here for free food safety resources for our license holders.
Safe Home Environment
Injuries, accidents and poisonings are common in homes. Taking precautions can help prevent them from happening in your home and help to keep yourself and your family safe.
Retail Food Service Establishments
Retail food establishments include restaurants, catering companies, food trucks and push carts, as well as seafood vendors and limited operation establishments.
Food Processing Establishments
Establishments that process food—such as sauces, salsa, salad dressings, candies, chocolates, jams and jellies, etc.—for retail or wholesale markets, as well as food warehouses and distribution centers, must apply for a food processor license.