Which department conducts health inspections at commercial establishments?

• A. Welfare Commission
• B. Health Department
• C. Building Inspector
• D. County Recorder

Answer: (B)

Health inspections in commercial settings are handled by the local health department, the public health office responsible for safeguarding consumers. They enforce sanitation and safety standards, review food handling and storage practices, check refrigeration temperatures, assess cleanliness and pest control, and ensure proper employee hygiene. They also issue permits and follow up on violations to keep restaurants, markets, and other public-facing businesses compliant with health codes. The other departments serve different roles: Welfare commissions focus on social services, Building inspectors enforce building codes and structural safety, and County recorders maintain legal records. So the health department is the agency dedicated to conducting these inspections.