Occupation information for Agricultural Inspectors District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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• Set standards for the production of meat or poultry products or for food ingredients, additives, or compounds used to prepare or package products.
• Inspect food products and processing procedures to determine whether products are safe to eat.
• Inspect agricultural commodities or related operations, as well as fish or logging operations, for compliance with laws and regulations governing health, quality, and safety.
• Label and seal graded products and issue official grading certificates.
• Monitor the operations and sanitary conditions of slaughtering or meat processing plants.
• Take emergency actions, such as closing production facilities, if product safety is compromised.
• Interpret and enforce government acts and regulations and explain required standards to agricultural workers.
• Verify that transportation and handling procedures meet regulatory requirements.
• Examine, weigh, and measure commodities, such as poultry, eggs, meat, or seafood to certify qualities, grades, and weights.
• Inspect the cleanliness and practices of establishment employees.

Tools:

• Calibration weights or weight sets
• Grading machines for seed or grain or dried leguminous vegetables
• Mechanical balances
• Sample holders
• Sorting machines for seed or grain or dried leguminous vegetables

Technology:

• Data base user interface and query software
• Electronic mail software
• Graphics or photo imaging software
• Internet browser software
• Word processing software

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