If an establishment fails to meet the performance standards, FSIS takes which action?

• A. Take enforcement actions
• B. Increase advertising
• C. Issue tax credits
• D. Extend permits

Answer: (B)

FSIS enforces compliance with performance standards to protect public health. When an establishment fails to meet those standards, FSIS takes enforcement actions to bring them back into compliance and prevent unsafe food from reaching consumers. These actions can start with formal notices of violation and corrective action requirements and can escalate to more serious penalties, such as suspension of inspection or other enforcement measures if noncompliance continues. Advertising campaigns, tax incentives, or simply extending permits do not address safety violations and are not tools FSIS uses for enforcement.