Rhode Island State Food Safety Requirement Summary

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Jurisdiction	Rhode Island

Servsafe approval	Yes (Print, CD-ROM, On-line exam with proctor)

Certification Fee	May

Instructor Requirements	May vary- See Appendix for details.

Code requirement	Each food establishment where potentially hazardous foods are prepared shall employ at least one certified full time, on-site manager who is at least 18 years of age. Establishments with 10 or more full-time employees must have at least 2 certified managers.

Hours of Instruction	15 hours plus examination; recertification requires a minimum of 6 hours of classroom training plus exam.

Certification Renewal	Every 3 years

Miscellaneous	Reciprocity is granted for ServSafe certification. One must show proof of completting the course (I.e. certificate) and pay a fee of $30 if required. Rhode Island Health Department - 401-222-2749

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