The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) responsible for ensuring the safety of poultry products intended for human consumption. In the poultry industry, FSIS protects public health by verifying through inspection that poultry slaughter and processing establishments comply with applicable laws and regulations. FSIS conducts inspections to ensure poultry products are not adulterated or misbranded and may take enforcement action when necessary to ensure food safety compliance.