Shasta County Resource Management Community Education

09/29/2026

A critical factor in preventing foodborne illnesses in a food facility is the provision of an adequate supply of hot water for washing hands, utensils, equipment, and the facility itself. Installing an appropriately sized water heater will ensure that enough hot water will always be available.

Food Facility Guidelines for Sizing Water Heaters: https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/food-facility-guidelines

09/26/2026

What is a Cottage Food Operation (CFO)?

A Cottage Food Operation is an enterprise at a private home where low-risk food products such as popcorn, nut mixes, hard candy (toffee), granola, and more are prepared or packaged for sale to consumers with a permit.

Learn more by visiting our website at: https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/cottage-food-operations

09/23/2026

Under the Public Pools and Spas Program, Environmental Health Specialists review and approve building plans, conduct routine inspections, and investigate complaints for pools, spas, and spray grounds in Shasta County. To learn more, visit: https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/public-pools-spas

09/19/2026

The California Food Handler Card Law, also known as Senate Bill 602 (SB 602), requires food handlers to obtain a card after completing a food safety training course and passing an exam and must be obtained within 30 days of hire date.

Food handler courses cover topics such as:
• Food hazards
• Good personal hygiene and handwashing
• Time and temperature controls for food safety
• Cross-contamination and cross-contact prevention
• Cleaning and sanitizing procedures

You can learn more about the law and the card on our website at: https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/california-food-handler-card-law

Shasta County City of Shasta Lake City of Anderson, California

09/18/2026

There are 48 million people in the United States who get food poisoning each year. Knowing the risk factors that can lead to food poisoning is the first step in reducing illness outbreaks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have identified the top 5 factors contributing to foodborne illnesses:

1) Improper hot/cold holding temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.
2) Improper cooking temperatures.
3) Contaminated utensils and equipment.
4) Poor employee health and hygiene.
5) Food from unsafe sources.

Learn foodborne illness prevention steps and strategies by visiting the following CDC link: https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/prevention/index.html

09/17/2026

Under the Shasta County Environmental Health Food Safety Program, an Environmental Health Specialist permits and inspects food facilities, enforces state and local food safety regulations, reviews construction plans, investigates public complaints related to food facilities, focuses on the education of food handlers and operators, and stresses prevention of foodborne illnesses. They aim to ensure the food sold or served in Shasta County is safe, properly labeled, and produced under sanitary conditions.

To learn more, visit: https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/food-facilities

09/16/2026

Think you might have food poisoning? The food that made you sick is often NOT the last thing you ate. You can help keep others from getting sick by reporting your illness and keeping track of the food you ate the week before you got sick. 🤒🦠
Local health departments work to solve foodborne outbreaks, and your reports help make a difference!
Learn how you can help in an outbreak: http://cdph.ca.gov/.../FoodborneDiseasesandOutbreaks.aspx
See the Shasta County foodborne illness page for local information and updates: https://www.shastacounty.gov/health-human-services/page/foodborne-illnesses-and-what-causes-them

Please note that Shasta County HHSA Public Health does not investigate or permit food facilities, such as restaurants. If you suspect foodborne illness at a local business or event, please contact Shasta County Environmental Health at (530) 225-5787 or toll free at 1 (800) 528-2850. You can also visit their Environmental Health Permitted Facility Complaint Form webpage https://www.shastacounty.gov/environmental-health/page/environmental-health-permitted-facility-complaint-form for more information.

09/09/2026

🚗 GOT OLD TIRES? GET RID OF THEM FOR FREE! 🛞

Shasta County’s FREE Waste Tire Collection Event is happening THIS SATURDAY, September 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at West Valley High School in Cottonwood!

Bring us your unwanted tires and help keep Shasta County clean, safe, and tire-free!

📍 West Valley High School
3805 Happy Valley Rd., Cottonwood
⏰ 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
✅ Shasta County residents only
✅ Up to 9 tires per load without prior authorization*
✅ Tires on rims accepted
❌ No large truck, equipment, or off-road tires
❌ No tires from tire-generating businesses

*Bringing more than 9 tires? Contact Shasta County Environmental Health before the event at (530) 225-5789 or [email protected] for a transportation authorization letter.

This event is funded by CalRecycle through the Local Government Waste Tire Amnesty Grant Program.


Shasta County City of Anderson, California City of Shasta Lake

09/08/2026

🚗🛞 THIS SATURDAY!! 🛞🚗

Round up those old, unwanted tires and bring them our way! We look forward to seeing you and helping you get rid of your used tires for FREE!

Let’s keep Shasta County clean, safe, and tire-free! ♻️

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07/22/2026

When cleaning your boat, whether for routine maintenance or preparing for the upcoming season, it’s crucial to use safe products that won’t harm you or our waterways. Be a responsible consumer by opting for less toxic cleaning solutions! Consider using safe household items like baking soda, vinegar, borax, and lemon juice. The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways offers a detailed list of household alternatives to store-bought cleaning products, which you can find here: https://dbw.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29184

For additional boat cleaning and maintenance tips visit: https://dbw.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=29203