Food Safety and Training:

Update: Applications, guides, and key navigation links have been moved. Please check the updated sections below for the latest forms and resources.

  • Certified Food Protection Manager

    • Food Protection Manager Certification provides food service managers with in-depth knowledge of proper food safety practices to train staff in their facilities.

At least one person shall be a certified food protection manager by January 1, 2029.

At least one person in charge working each day shall be a certified food protection manager.  A certified person in charge must be present during the hours of operation that represents the highest food safety risk to the food establishment by January 1, 2031.

  • Malheur County Environmental Health is offering ServSafe® Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) course. It is an 8-hour training course designed to instruct you on food safety management practices sanctioned by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation. This certification is valid for 5 years and provides the knowledge necessary to meet state and national standards.
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  • Oregon Food Handler

    • Food service workers are required to obtain a food handler card within 30 days of beginning work. The cost of the card is $10.00 and the card is valid for three years. Food handler cards issued in any county are valid throughout Oregon.
    • If you have a valid food manager training certificate, it is accepted in lieu of a food handler card.