Explanations:

Here is an explanation of food service inspection violations used by Troup County Health Department.

1. Food-borne illness risk factors and public health interventions: Risk factors are food preparation practices and employee behaviors most commonly reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as contributing factors in food-borne illness outbreaks. Public health interventions are

control measures to prevent illness or injury.

2. Good retail practices are preventive measures to control the introduction of pathogens, chemicals and physical objects into foods.

N/A, not available

These are the most recent inspections:

• Young’s Garden, 205 E. 10th St., West Point

Date inspected: Dec. 22

Score: 88, B; Previous score: 100, A

Risk factors

Comments: Raw meats and eggs stored above ready-to-eat foods.

Good retail practices

Comments: All foods must be date-marked when removed from original container. Store all food six inches off floor.