ABSTRACT
The objective of this study is to analyze intervention strategies targeting the street food sector, based on national and international studies and reports. According to the literature, there is a wide range of intervention strategies, including actions directed at vendors, consumers, human resources in public administration, and the development of appropriate technologies. For vendors, they highlight the necessity of establishing sanitary regulations, guidelines, or codes, and food-handling training courses. The literature suggests increasing complementary interventions that target consumers through educational and awareness programs. Representatives and technical staff of public authorities, both managers and field inspectors, should be trained not just as controllers but as advisors to sellers and consumers. Finally, interventions must focus on developing appropriate technologies, either by building specialized street food trade areas (i.e. markets) or by improving equipment and supplies in the existing vending areas. Best practice models are translated into recommendations for the development of social policies aimed at enhancing this sector in Brazil, where street food trade is increasing and its inherent potential sanitary risks are lurking.
