Maintaining food safety standards and training for inspectors
Official title: MFRPS MAINTENANCE - TASKFORCE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT- TX DSHS
Funded at Texas State Dept of Health Services · NIH-10932353 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making sure the food we eat is safe by training inspectors to handle emergencies and keep up with safety rules, so everyone can enjoy their meals without worry.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas State Dept of Health Services NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $301,068 |
| NIH project number | 5U2FFD008084-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932353 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program include food industry professionals and regulatory inspectors involved in food safety.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in the food industry or do not work in regulatory roles may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This program focuses on ensuring that food safety standards are upheld by documenting corrective actions and conducting annual self-assessments. It involves training inspectors to respond to emergencies and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. The program also includes collaboration with the FDA to monitor and improve food safety practices, ensuring that high-risk facilities are inspected appropriately. By participating in annual meetings and committees, the program aims to enhance food safety protocols and inspector training.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved food safety and reduced risks of foodborne illnesses for consumers.
How similar studies have gone: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing food safety standards and inspector training, contributing to better public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Texas State Dept of Health Services
Austin, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Koebrick, Davonna — Texas State Dept of Health Services
- Study coordinator: Koebrick, Davonna
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.