The Consumer Protection Division (CPD) oversees producers of consumer health goods and service providers to ensure public safety. The division keeps Texas safe every day through:
- Licensing, rules and standards.
- Oversight and compliance activities.
- Technical advice and communication.
- Various aspects of disaster preparedness and response.
Areas of Oversight
Drug Safety
We make sure drug and medical device manufacturers, distributors and salvage programs follow state rules and protect the health and safety of Texans.
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Drug Safety.
Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems
We regulate EMS and trauma system certification, licensure and designation.
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EMTS information.
Environmental Health
We protect Texans from unnecessary exposure to hazardous chemicals and products in our workplaces, homes and schools.
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Environmental Health.
Food Safety
We regulate and teach food manufacturers, food wholesalers, and warehousing facilities about food safety laws.
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Food Safety.
Meat Safety
We assure products come from humanely-treated healthy animals that don't contain harmful ingredients and have honest labels.
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Meat Safety.
Radiation Control
We protect Texans from unnecessary radiation exposure. Our monitoring includes licensing, inspection and emergency response.
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Radiation Control Program.