Which organization conducts routine inspections of all food establishments in military settings?

• A. Army Public Health Center
• B. Navy Environmental and Preventive Medicine Unit
• C. Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center
• D. Food and Drug Administration

Answer: (A)

Regular inspections of military dining facilities are part of a dedicated public health program that oversees food safety across Army installations. The Army Public Health Center conducts routine inspections of Army food establishments to verify sanitation practices, proper temperature control, cleanliness, pest management, and overall compliance with Army food-safety standards. This centralized role supports readiness by preventing foodborne illness among service members and personnel.

In contrast, Navy units handle their own inspections for Navy/Marine Corps settings through Navy preventive medicine organizations, and the FDA operates in civilian food facilities and imports rather than military dining facilities.