Bringing Critical Health and Safety Data into the Light
Every day, government agencies collect vital health inspection data on the places where we eat, learn, heal, and live—yet this information remains buried in fragmented systems and obscure databases. CleanKitchens.org transforms this hidden data into transparent, accessible knowledge you can trust.
The Hidden World of Health Inspection Data
Across America, dedicated public health professionals conduct millions of inspections every year—in restaurants, nursing homes, daycares, schools, hospitals, prisons, and food trucks. These inspectors meticulously document conditions that could impact public health, creating an invaluable repository of safety information.
But this crucial data remains fragmented across thousands of local and state government systems—often difficult to access, challenging to interpret, and nearly impossible to compare across jurisdictions or industries. What good is public information if the public can't meaningfully access or understand it?
This is why CleanKitchens.org exists. Founded by Chris Nesbitt, a Boston University Paralegal Studies graduate and licensed Emergency Medical Provider, our platform is built on the firm belief that health and safety data should be truly accessible to everyone.
Our mission is simple but powerful:
To transform complex health inspection data into clear, accessible information that empowers informed decisions about the places where we eat, learn, heal, and live.
Comprehensive Industry Coverage
Our platform brings transparency to health and safety standards across multiple industries vital to public welfare:
Food Establishments
- Restaurants & Cafes
- Food Trucks & Street Vendors
- Grocery Stores & Markets
- Bakeries & Delis
- Catering Services
Healthcare Facilities
- Hospitals & Clinics
- Nursing Homes
- Assisted Living Facilities
- Medical Offices
- Rehabilitation Centers
Child & Education Facilities
- Daycares & Preschools
- K-12 School Cafeterias
- College & University Dining
- Summer Camps
- Youth Recreation Centers
Institutional Facilities
- Correctional Facilities
- Detention Centers
- Military Dining Facilities
- Government Cafeterias
- Community Centers
Hospitality & Recreation
- Hotels & Motels
- Swimming Pools
- Spas & Salons
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Event Venues
Retail & Manufacturing
- Food Manufacturing Plants
- Beverage Facilities
- Food Distribution Centers
- Convenience Stores
- Farmers Markets
Our coverage is continuously expanding as we integrate new data sources and jurisdictions.
Our Data-Driven Approach
Sourcing with Integrity
We obtain health inspection data directly from official government sources through public records requests, open data portals, and API access. Every piece of information is meticulously traced to its authoritative source, with clear documentation of its origin and collection date. Unlike review sites, our data is never influenced by advertising relationships, subjective opinions, or commercial considerations.
Cross-Industry Analysis
For the first time, our platform enables meaningful comparison of health and safety standards across different industries and jurisdictions. We've developed proprietary methodologies to normalize disparate data formats, allowing you to understand how safety standards in restaurants compare to those in nursing homes, or how food truck regulations differ from those for school cafeterias.
Contextual Presentation
Raw inspection data without context can be misleading. Our platform presents information with the necessary background on inspection protocols, regulatory standards, and common violations. This approach ensures you understand not just what was found during an inspection, but what it means for public health and safety.
Transparent Methodology
Our commitment to transparency extends to our own practices. We publish detailed documentation of our data processing methods, classification systems, and presentation algorithms. When we need to make editorial decisions about how to present complex data, we clearly explain our reasoning and approach. This level of methodological transparency is core to our credibility and trustworthiness.
Our Professional Foundation
Chris Nesbitt
Founder & Director
CleanKitchens.org was founded by Chris Nesbitt, whose unique combination of legal training and medical expertise brings a distinctive perspective to public health data transparency:
- Legal Background: Graduate of Boston University's Paralegal Studies Program. After graduating, Chris focused on state regulatory compliance and public records law .
- Medical Expertise: Licensed Medical Provider in New Hampshire with firsthand experience in public health emergencies
- Data Science Skills: Advanced training in computer coding with a focus on transforming complex datasets into accessible information
This interdisciplinary background ensures a rigorous, ethical approach to health inspection data presentation that balances regulatory compliance, public health imperatives, and information accessibility.
Our Ethical Commitments
Data Integrity
We never alter, editorialize, or modify official inspection results, ensuring the data maintains its authoritative integrity.
No Commercial Influence
Our platform never accepts payment to modify, remove, or influence the presentation of health inspection data.
Timely Updates
We're committed to regular data refreshes to ensure the most current information is always available.
Accessibility First
We design our platform to make complex data accessible to users of all backgrounds and technical abilities.
Our Vision for the Future
CleanKitchens.org is building a future where critical health and safety information is universally accessible, comparable, and actionable.
National Coverage
We're expanding our data network to cover all 50 states and territories, creating the most comprehensive health inspection database in the nation.
Cross-Industry Standards
We're developing unified standards for comparing health and safety practices across different industries and regulatory frameworks.
Improved Public Health
Our ultimate goal is to drive measurable improvements in public health outcomes through greater transparency and accountability.
Join us in our mission to make critical health and safety data accessible to everyone.
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