AAA Food Manager Certification Practice Test

Which agency is primarily involved in inspecting meat and poultry?

1. FDA

2. CDC

3. USDA

4. EPA

The correct answer is: USDA

The agency primarily involved in inspecting meat and poultry is the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA ensures that meat and poultry products are safe, wholesome, and correctly labeled by conducting inspections at processing plants. They implement regulatory measures to maintain food safety standards and protect consumers from potentially hazardous products. This inspection covers all aspects of meat and poultry production, from the facilities where animals are raised to the processing plants where the products are prepared for distribution. On the other hand, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) oversees most other food products, such as seafood and packaged foods, while the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) monitors foodborne illnesses and outbreaks but does not conduct inspections. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) primarily focuses on environmental regulations and pesticides. Thus, the USDA's specific role in inspecting meat and poultry makes it the correct answer.