Oct. 23, 2026, Reno/Sparks, Nev. – Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) invites the food service community to a Halloween-inspired Food Safety Inspection Bootcamp on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at 1001 E. 9th St., Building C – Central Conference Room.

NNPH’s Food Safety Program collaborates with businesses on prevention to maintain compliance with food safety regulations. Both food handlers and consumers are welcome to participate.

The event is free and no registration is required. Due to construction at NNPH, the event will be held in Building C, which is located just east of Building B (Signage will be posted on site).

The theme this year is “House of Horrors” and go over ways to inspect your own establishment and avoid common violations.

Event Details:

• What: “House of Horrors” Food Safety Inspection Bootcamp
• When: Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
• Where: 1001 E. 9th St., Building C, Central Conference Room
• Why: Assist restaurants in safeguarding customers through adherence to food safety protocols

Learn more about NNPH’s Food Safety program on our website. Check out videos on Active Managerial Control (AMC) to learn safe ways to keep customers safe from foodborne illness. Our Washoe Eats app is available for download – get the latest food inspections for restaurants in Washoe County.

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Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) is nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board and has jurisdiction over all public health matters in Reno, Sparks, and Washoe County through the policy-making District Board of Health. NNPH consists of four public-facing divisions: Air Quality Management, Community and Clinical Health Services, Environmental Health Services, and Population Health. More info can be found here.