USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Strategic Plan Fiscal Year 2011-2016

The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Strategic Plan Fiscal Year 2011-2016 is a national sectoral plan of the United States of America. Its main objectives are to ensure that food safety inspection aligns with existing and emerging risks; maximize domestic and international compliance with food safety policies; enhance public education and outreach to improve food-handling practices; strengthen collaboration among internal and external stakeholders; effectively use science to understand foodborne illness and emerging trends; implement effective policies to respond to existing and emerging risks; empower employees with training, resources, and tools; develop, maintain, and use innovative methodologies, processes, and tools.