MANUFACTURED FOOD REGULATORY PROGRAM STANDARDS OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH PROJECT SUMMARY/ABSTRACT This grant opportunity would allow the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) to assess the manufacturing food program in relation to the Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards (MFRPS), identify any gaps in the program, and create a plan to address those disparities. Oklahoma’s compliance with the MFRPS standards would assist with creating a nationally integrated food safety system that is in line with the other 43 states that are currently enrolled in the MFRPS. Additionally, this project will ensure consistency within our state program, ensure our staff are properly trained, and provide mechanisms, standard operating procedures, and resources to protect the health of the residents in Oklahoma. Enrollment in these standards and this funding opportunity helps OSDH provide safe food to consumers which is one step closer to OSDH’s mission of creating a “State of Health”. A self-assessment performed in the first year of the project will identify any gaps in our manufacturing program. Gaps identified will be prioritized by staff, and then set for project management and review. The agencies specific aims are to gain at least partial conformance with all standards. Initial priorities will be creation of Standard Operating Procedures and Training Plans. OSDH has a long-term goal of full conformance with as many standards as possible. Progress will be measured with self-assessments at the end of each award period.