The Food and Consumer Protection Division is responsible for inspecting all permanent and temporary food establishments, such as bars, restaurants, schools, grocery and convenience stores, festivals and farmer food markets. Inspectors conduct food-borne illness investigations, educational programs and follow-up on all food-related consumer complaints. The division also investigates food establishment fires and food-related vehicle accidents. Any new establishments or ones undergoing remodeling or renovation are subject to a facility plan review and related inspections. The division also inspects tattoo and body-piercing establishments and responds to complaints about hotels and motels.

Recalls / Alerts

• Nov. 18, 2008 New!
  Seattle's Favorite Gourmet Cookies & Dessert Co. issues nationwide allergy alert on undeclared milk in muffin tops [more]

  Utah firm recalls frozen chicken meals that may contain foreign materials [more]
   

• Nov. 13, 2008 New!
  General Mills issues voluntary class one recall involving one day's production of Progresso Hearty Tomato Soup [more]
   

• Nov. 12, 2008
  Maine firm recalls frozen stuffed chicken products that may contain foreign materials [more]

  Oct. 13, 2008
  Arnold Foods Company, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Nuts in Brownberry Whole Grains Bread 100% Whole Wheat [more]
   

• Oct. 2, 2008
  Mr. Brown 3-in-1 and 2-in-1 powdered packets n bag coffee mixes recalled due to health risk [more]
   

• Sept. 26, 2008
  FDA Updates Health Information Advisory on Melamine Contamination [more]
   

• Sept. 12, 2008
  FDA issues health information advisory on infant formula [more]
   

• Sept. 4, 2008
  Hershey's announces nationwide recall of shell topping due to undeclared almonds [more]
   

• Aug 22, 2008
  Kentucky Firm Recalls Frozen Stuffed Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich Products That May Contain Foreign Materials [more]
   

• Aug. 19, 2008
  La Torre Jalapeno Nacho slices recall [more]

  Aug. 15, 2008
  FDA warns consumers not to eat certain mussel products from Bantry Bay seafood [more]
   

• Aug. 14, 2008
  Nebraska firm expands recall of beef products due to E. Coli contamination [more]
   

• Aug. 11, 2008
  Nebraska firm recalls beef products [more]

• Aug. 7, 2008
  Mississippi firm recalls chicken breast products due to undeclared allergens [more]
   

• July 28, 2008
  FDA advises against consumption of American Lobster (also known as Maine Lobster) Tomalley [more]

• July 14, 2008
  Kentucky firm recalls frozen stuffed chicken sandwiches [more]
   

• July 7, 2008
  Ohio firm expands recall of ground beef products due to possible E. Coli contamination [more]
   

• June 26, 2008
  Ohio firm recalls ground beef products due to possible E. Coli Contamination [more]
   

• June 10, 2008
  Kraft Foods Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Tree Nuts In Post LiveActive Mixed Berry Crunch Cereal [more]
   

• June 9, 2008
  Salmonellosis Outbreak in Certain Types of Tomatoes [more]
  ISDH Information [more]
   

• June 2, 2008
  Abbott announces voluntary worldwide recall of two lots of infant formula with iron powder in 14.1-oz cans [more]

For a complete list of recalls, click here

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Food Regulations

• Allen County Title 10 Article 2 Food and Beverage Ordinance

• Indiana Food Code

• Indiana Food Code 2004 Updates

• Food Certification Rule - 410 IAC 7-22

• Food Handler Certification Q&A

• List of Certified Training Program Providers

• Indiana Bed and Breakfast Rule

• Variance Protocol for Food Establishments

• Employee Health and Infection Control

• Guide to Minimize Microbial Food Safety Hazards for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables (FDA Guidance for Industry)

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Permits and Other Resources

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Annual Permits

• Annual Food Service Permit Application

• Annual Food Market Permit Application

• Annual Food Market Permit Application Reduced Fee

• Annual Food Venue Permit Application

• Annual Vending Machine Permit Application

Other Resources

• Change of Owner Guidelines    

• New Establishment Guidelines  

• Plan Review Content Guidelines 

• Food Establishment Frequently Asked Questions  

• Guidance for Retail Food Establishments on Mad Cow Disease and Federal Meat Restrictions

• Boil Water Order and Advisory Information

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Off-Site Cooking Permits

• Annual Food Service Offsite Permit Application

Other Resources

• Off-Site Guidelines    

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Temporary Food Permits

• Temporary Farmer's Food Market Permit Application

• Temporary Food Establishment Permit Application

• Temporary Fund-Raising Food Market Permit Application

Other Resources

• Temporary Guidelines

• Food Safety Hints for Non-Profit Organizations and Schools

• Indiana Code for Non-Profit Organizations

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Mobile Food Permits

• Annual Mobile Food Market Permit Application

• Annual Mobile Food Service Permit Application

• Seasonal Mobile Ice Cream Permit Application

Other Resources

• Mobile Food Unit Requirements

• Consumer's Guide to Door-To-Door Food Sales

• List of Licensed Door-To-Door Mobile Food Establishments in Allen County

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Online Complaints

• File a food/hotel/motel complaint

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Inspection Reports

• 2007 Second Half Inspection Report

• 2007 First Half Inspection Report

• 2006 Second Half Inspection Report

• 2006 First Half Inspection Report

• 2005 Second Half Inspection Report

• 2005 First Half Inspection Report

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General Food Safety Information

• Food Safety for Expectant Mothers

• 5 Keys to Food Safety

• Norovirus Fact Sheet

• USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service

• Food Safety and Food Security:  What Consumers Need to Know

• Food Safety and Food Security:  What Consumers Need to Know (Spanish)

• What is Food-borne Illness and How Can You Protect Yourself as a Consumer?

• Easter Egg Safety

• CDC Cryptosporidiosis Fact Sheet

• BBQ Safety

• Consumer Advisory: Raw or undercooked foods

• Food-borne Illness Chart

• Food Safety Frequently Asked Questions

• Fresh Produce Safety

• Holiday Hints for Food Safety

• Mail Order Food Safety

• Hepatitis A Outbreak Information and Recommendations

• Hepatitis A Frequently Asked Questions

• Hepatitis A Poster for Consumers

• Hepatitis A Poster for Food Establishments

• USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning (USDA)

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Food Safety Information in Foreign Languages

Cockroaches and Flies

Automatic Dishmachine

Personal Hygiene

Illness, Cuts, and Hair Restraints

Mice

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Indiana Environmental Health Association
Temporary Food Establishment Guidelines

• Temporary Guidelines Checklist (With Section Numbers)

• Temporary Guidelines Checklist (Without Section Numbers)

• Backflow Prevention

• Thawing 

• Handwashing and Dishwashing

• Cooking, Cooling and Reheating

• General Hygiene and Ice Handling

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Tattoo & Body-Piercing

Ordinance

• Allen County Tattoo and Body-Piercing Ordinance
  Updated 9/1/08

Permits

• Tattoo and Body-Piercing Establishment Permit Application

• Tattoo and Body-Piercing Artist Permit Application

• Tattoo and Body-Piercing Guest Artist Permit Application

• Tattoo and Body-Piercing Mobile Permit Application

Other Resources

• 29 CFR 1910.1030 -- Blood-borne Pathogens

• ISDH Tattoo and Body-Piercing Regulation and Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ø     What do I need to do to cater out of my home?

You’ll need to speak with our department about the specifics.  The Indiana Food Code only allows in-home food preparation under certain conditions.  Call the Fort Wayne-Allen County Health Department at (260) 449-7561 to set up an appointment.

 Ø    I want to open a new food establishment.  What do I need to do?

You’ll need to speak with a member of our Department.  They can explain the process for submitting plans and setting up inspections. (There is a document on our webpage called “Guidelines for New Establishments” that may help you.)

 Ø    I'm going to buy an existing food establishment. What do I need to do?

You’ll need to speak with a member of our Department.  They can explain the process for submitting plans and setting up the inspections.  It is extremely important to talk to our Department prior to the actual change in ownership – as we can give you an all-inclusive list of how to bring the establishment into compliance.  (There is a document on our webpage called “Guidelines for Establishments Changing Ownership" that may help you.)  

Ø    We are a non-profit organization: do we need a license to sell food at our bake sale?

It depends on how many days per year your organization engages in food sales.  If you operate under 30 days per calendar year – then most likely you do not need a permit.  You do need to speak with the Food Division Director and submit a copy of your tax exemption certificate, date, and location of your food event.

Ø    Where can I get a copy of the Indiana Food Code (410 IAC 7-24) and the Allen County Food and Beverage Ordinance (Title 10, Article 2)?

Both are available for printing from our website.  The Food Ordinance can also be picked up at the Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health, 1 E. Main St., 5^th Floor, Fort Wayne, Ind.

Ø    We are going to take part in a festival/fair. What do we need to do?

You’ll need to apply for a Temporary Food Establishment Permit.  The cost is $35 for each two consecutive days at the same location.  (The application and guidelines are also available on our website).

Ø    We have a licensed food establishment. Can we have a cookout/hog roast, etc., outside of the restaurant?

You will need an additional permit to do so.  Call the Department to schedule an appointment or have your questions answered.

Ø    While dining out, I found an object in my food. Can you test it for me?

Foreign or unidentified objects found in food from a public restaurant may be identified/and or analyzed at the health department laboratory. Please contact the Food and Consumer Protection Division (449-7562) before submitting a sample.

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Contact

Director: Dawn McDevitt, MSBA, MBA, REHS

  (260) 449-7562
  (260) 449-3010
dawn.mcdevitt@co.allen.in.us

Office Location:
1 E. Main St., 5th Floor
Fort Wayne, IN  46802

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST.

Meet the Staff:
Steve Schumm, REHS, CFSP, Asst. Director
Ruby Bates, Support Staff
Susan Depp, Env Health Spec I
Ann Applegate, Env Health Spec I
Holly Sanderson, Env Health Spec I
Amanda Havens, Env Health Spec 1

 Organizational Chart

Related Links

• Indiana Department of Homeland Security

• Indiana Public Health Association

• Indiana State Department of Health

• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

• U.S. Department of Homeland Security