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Last updated on June 16th, 2021 at 11:18 am

CALIFORNIA FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS

• ALL food Handlers in California working are required to obtain a valid Food Handler Card within 30 days of their hire date.
• This is a MANDATORY requirement statewide.
• Food Handler Certificate must be obtained from a program accredited by ANSI (American National Standards Institute) and approved by the state of California.
• FoodHandlerSolutions.com is an ANSI accredited provider of Food Handler Online Training.
• The following counties have additional requirements and the local health departments should be contacted for more information before purchasing any online or any person course.
  • San Diego County – Food Handlers should contact the county Environmental Health Service. Food handlers need to pass a food handler test with a minimum score of 80 percent.
  • Riverside County – Food handlers are required to obtain a food worker’s card from the county Environmental Health Service.
  • San Bernardino County – Food handlers are required to obtain a food worker’s card from the county Environmental Health Service.
• It is advised that all persons wishing to obtain their Food Handler Certificate check with the local health department for any additional requirements.
• Some counties may require proof of legal residence or the payment of a supplemental fee to issue a county food handler card.
• All the following apply:
  • The certificate expires every 3 years and must be renewed.
  • A physical certificate is required.
  • Participation in a training class is required
  • Classroom or Online class participation is acceptable.
  • Class and exam duration must be 1 to 3 hours – Training hours vary from county to county.
  • CA approved ANSI Food Handler Certificate is required for all staff working in a food service facility