This goal is measured by tracking the compliance rate of price verification inspections.

This goal is measured by tracking number of test sale inspections.

This goal is measured by tracking the number of weights and measures devices inspected.

Trained and knowledgeable food handlers reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses

Increasing consumer confidence by promoting business practices that protect consumer safety and the environment, promoting a level-playing field for businesses, supporting a fair marketplace for consumers, assisting industry in complying with local and state regulations, and ensuring consumers get what they purchased.

County of San Diego Department of Agriculture, Weights, and Measures routinely inspects retail locations with automated point-of-sale systems to verify that prices charged to consumers are the same as those posted, advertised, or quoted price. Weights and Measures inspectors also confirm that check-out stands clearly display the price of each item as they are entered into the POS system. The California law (BPC §13300 - http://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/awm/docs/BPC%2013300.pdf) requiring customer price displays was enacted in 2002 and became effective January 1, 2007. (updated daily)