California Occupational License

License Title:
    Livestock Meat Inspector License
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Licensing Agency:
     Department of Food and Agriculture
     Division of Animal Health and Food Safety Services
     Meat, Poultry, and Egg Safety Branch

Licensing Agency Contact Information:
     Address: 1220 N Street
Sacramento,  CA  95814

     Phone Number: (916) 900-5004
     Internet Address: http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/mpes/index.html

License Requirements, Fees, and Examination Information:
Persons inspecting livestock at slaughter.

Fees: Application: $100.

Examination Frequency: Upon completion of induction training.

Exam Locations: Place of employment.

Experience Requirement: 18 years of age, plus the ability to understand laws and regulations pertaining to meat inspection and a practical knowledge of all aspects of livestock slaughter and meat processing.

Average Time to Process Application: 2 months.

Renewal Period: Calendar year.

Special License Requirements: N/A

Comments: Must be able to read and understand English and attend annual training.

Authority: California Food and Agricultural Code, Sections 18980, 18990 and 19000.
Occupations To Which This License Applies:
Occupation TitleSOC Code
Agricultural Inspectors 452011