Required in Pennsylvania — additional to federal requirements
Pennsylvania Food Handler Certification Requirements
Food handler and food safety manager certification requirements for Pennsylvania restaurants.
What this document covers
No statewide food handler card requirement for line workers; PA Department of Agriculture requires at least one Certified Food Manager (CFM) per food establishment under PA Food Safety Act (3 Pa.C.S. §§5721-5737) and 7 Pa. Code §46.1101. This document outlines certification requirements, training procedures, record-keeping, and renewal timelines for your Pennsylvania restaurant staff.
Key sections included
- Food handler certification requirements
- Food safety manager requirements
- Approved training providers
- Certification timeline for new hires
- Record-keeping and display
- Renewal schedule
- Exemptions (if any)
Frequently asked questions
What food handler certification does Pennsylvania require?
No statewide food handler card requirement for line workers; PA Department of Agriculture requires at least one Certified Food Manager (CFM) per food establishment under PA Food Safety Act (3 Pa.C.S. §§5721-5737) and 7 Pa. Code §46.1101
How long is the certification valid?
Validity periods vary — typically 3-5 years depending on the certification type and Pennsylvania's specific requirements. Check with your local health department.
Document details
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Legal basis
- Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act (43 P.S. §333.101); PA Wage Payment and Collection Law (43 P.S. §260.1); FDA Food Code as adopted by Pennsylvania
- Enforced by
- Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (food safety inspections statewide); Philadelphia Department of Public Health; Allegheny County Health Department for county restaurants
- Penalty for absence
- Health department citations, fines, and potential permit suspension under Pennsylvania health code.
- Category
- Food Safety
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Legal Reference
Pennsylvania Minimum Wage Act (43 P.S. §333.101); PA Wage Payment and Collection Law (43 P.S. §260.1); FDA Food Code as adopted by Pennsylvania. Enforced by Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (food safety inspections statewide); Philadelphia Department of Public Health; Allegheny County Health Department for county restaurants.
1. Food handler certification requirements
2. Food safety manager requirements
3. Approved training providers
4. Certification timeline for new hires
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