ANSI-Accredited Food Protection Manager Certifications

To comply with the 2017 FDA Food Code requirements, food establishments must ensure proper managerial oversight of food safety practices. Note, there are exemptions based on the operation. Call to check requirements.

Requirements:

• A Person in Charge (PIC) must be present during all food preparation.
• The PIC must be a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
• Certification must be obtained through an ANSI-accredited program.

These programs ensure managers have demonstrated knowledge in:

• Foodborne illness prevention
• Time/temperature control
• Cross-contamination prevention
• Cleaning and sanitizing
• Employee health and hygiene

Approved ANSI-Accredited Food Safety Programs

The following six programs are recognized and accepted:

1. 360training

Program: Learn2Serve® Food Protection Manager

2. Above Training

Program: Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) Exam

3. National Registry of Food Safety Professionals

Program: Food Protection Manager Certification

4. National Restaurant Association

Program: ServSafe® Food Protection Manager

5. AAA Food Safety, LLC

Program: Certified Food Protection Manager

6. Always Food Safe Company, LLC

Program: Food Protection Manager Certification

See additional information for the Accredited Food Safety Programs