According to the FDA, the primary standard that establishes definitions; sets standards for management and personnel, food operations, and equipment and facilities; and provides for food establishment plan review, permit issuance, inspection, employee restriction, and permit suspension is . the Interstate Commerce Commissions Comprehensive Federal Food Establishment Guidelines

the International Food Trade Consortiums Dobryetsin Standard

the FDA Food Code

the Food Safety Principles and Practices, published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations