Dining out should never be a game of Russian roulette.

Patrons count on establishments to practice proper food handling and sanitation practices. Our health depends on it. That's why Mike Chalmers story today on the state Division of Public Health's decision to post food establishment inspection reports on its web site is so encouraging.

Posting restaurant inspection reports is something that's been done in larger cities - such as New York - for years. Let's hope here in Delaware, the reports are updated frequently.

To be fair, chefs who really care about what they're serving tend to be fastidious about food temperature and cleanliness. No one wants to make anyone sick - it's simply not good for business.