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It summarizes typical training cost variability, approved online options for both person-in-charge and manager certification, and next steps after completing online proctored exams. 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 \n## Who is required to complete manager certification in food protection(formerly known as LevelTwo)training?\n\nAs of March 1,2017,all Risk Level lll and IV food service operations and retail food  \nestablishments must have one employee who has supervisory and management responsibilityand the authority to direct and control food preparation and service obtain managercertification in food protection.  \n## What risk level is my food service operation/retail food establishment?\n\nRisk level can be found on your food service operation/retail food establishment license.Ifyou are uncertain about your risk level,feel free to contact our office at(330)723-9688Option 3.  \n## Who offers certification in food protection training?\n\nFor a list of Ohio Department of Health (ODH)approved person-in-charge and managercertification course providers,go to:  \nhttp://www.healthspace.com/Clients/Ohio/Ohio Website Live.nsf/FoodCertifications.xsp  \n## What is the cost for certification in food protection training?\n\nCost for training varies according to course provider.Contact course provider for moreinformation and course dates and times.  \n## Is there an approved online person-in-charge certification in food protection training course?\n\nYes.Person-in-charge certification in food protection training may be completed online athttps://www.servsafe.com/access/SS/Catalog/ProductDetail/SSOHPIC1EONL orhttps://www.statefoodsafety.com/food-handler for a nominal fee.Be sure to print yourcertificate and keep it on file at the food service operation/retail food establishment.  \n## Is there an approved online manager certification in food protection training course?\n\nYes.There are multiple ODH approved online manager certification courses with onlineproctored exams available:  \n● ServSafe Manager 7h Edition online course from the Educational Foundation of the NationalRestaurant Association  \n·\"Learn2Serve Food Safety Management Principles\"from 360Training.com  \n·StateFoodSafety/Above Training,Inc.  \n● AlwaysFoodSafe.com  \n● MMbizsolutions.com  \n1.Once you complete an ODH approved manager certification course of your choice andpass the online proctored exam,complete the ODH application for manager certification.This application can be found here:  \nhttps://odh.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/9b650f85-c134-468f-bece-  \n2311d8bf19df/mgrcertificationapp.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT TO=url&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE.Z18 M1HGGIKONOJO00QO9DDDDM3000-9b650f85-c134-468f-bece-2311d8bf19df-nEm0Arz  \n2.E-mail the completed ODH application with proof of course completion and exam score tofoodsafety@odh.ohio.gov.  \n## Do I need to renew my person-in-charge certification or manager certification in food protection?\n\nNo.Both person-in-charge and manager certifications in food protection issued by the OhioDepartment of Health (ODH)do not expire.Maintain a copy of your certification at thelicensed facility.","cbCait2GTRsIbv3Z","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCait2GTRsIbv3Z","pdf",87337,"English","# Food Safety Training Frequently Asked Questions\n## Certification requirements\n## Risk level and course providers\n## Online certification and cost\n## Renewal and record keeping","[{\"question\":\"Who is required to complete person-in-charge certification in food protection training?\",\"answer\":\"Person-in-charge certification is required for at least one person per shift for certain newly licensed Risk Level I, II, III, and IV operations, for operations involved in a foodborne illness outbreak, and for cases where the Medina County Board of Health has taken action against the license.\"},{\"question\":\"Who is required to complete manager certification in food protection training?\",\"answer\":\"As of March 1, 2017, all Risk Level III and IV food service operations and retail food establishments must have one employee with supervisory and management responsibility and authority to direct and control food preparation and service.\"},{\"question\":\"Do person-in-charge and manager certifications in food protection need to be renewed?\",\"answer\":\"No. Both person-in-charge and manager certifications issued by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) do not expire, and a copy should be maintained at the licensed facility.\"}]","Food Safety Training - Frequently Asked Questions | PDF",1790036834]