San Mateo County Environmental Health works to keep your food safe to eat. STAFF IN THE FOOD PROGRAM: inspect food sold in markets, restaurants, schools, mobile catering facilities, and special events; educate the public and businesses about proper sanitation and food handling; and follow-up on complaints and reports of food-borne illness. provide information on food establishment compliance via the internet. issue citations to bar owners who violate the Smoke Free Workplace Law. verify that businesses selling tobacco products have the appropriate permits. Food Program Quick Links Internet Postings and Corrective Actions Food Inspection Results Online Administrative Hearings Food Facility Closure List Repeat Major Violator List Retail Food Program Forms and Information Approved Food Safety Certification Courses California Retail Food Code - Summary of Major Changes (pdf)