HB 3684 - Food Handler and Food Service Sanitation Manager’s Law - January 1, 2018

Oct 2, 2026

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HB 3684 outlines Illinois changes to food handler and food service sanitation certification requirements effective January 1, 2018. It eliminates the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC) issued by IDPH, while continuing to require a valid IL FSSMC through end of 2017. Starting January 1, 2018, ANSI accredited Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification via coursework and exam remains required, but students do not apply for the additional Illinois FSSMC certificate.

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Effective date and certification changes

CFPM requirement and what is no longer required

City of Chicago certification and contact

Instructor/Proctor certification via ServSafe and related requirements

Steps to completion of instructor/proctor certification

Proctor application and review process

Organizations and program references

HB 3684: Food Handler and Food Service Sanitation Manager’s Law – January 1, 2018 Effective January 1, 2018, per PA 100-0194, the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC) will be eliminated. IDPH will no longer issue FSSMC certifications, post course listings, or certify instructors/proctors on or after January 1, 2018. Please note, the Illinois Food Code still requires a valid IL FSSMC per 750.540 through the end of 2017. Beginning January 1, 2018, an ANSI accredited Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification obtained through a course and passing the exam are still required, but students will not need to apply for the additional Illinois FSSMC certificate. The City of Chicago will still maintain their certification. For questions, please [email](email dph.fssmc@illinois.gov)[ ](email dph.fssmc@illinois.gov)[dph.fssmc@illinois.gov](email dph.fssmc@illinois.gov). The following is not an endorsement or guaranteed to be the only information available, but is strictly intended for informational purposes. ServSafe: Provides Training for Instructor and Proctor Qualifications Food Handler: Go to ServSafe.com and complete the application. No charge for the certification, you would then purchase guidebooks and exams for $45.00 and begin your instructor/proctor status. Certification are good for 3 years. You will need to mail in scoring sheets to register students in the national database. Food Protection Manager Certification (former FSSMS): Must have the following qualifications for Instructor/Proctor Certification: To earn your dual role status, you must: 􀁸 Have a high school diploma or GED 􀁸 Meet one of the following professional experience or advanced education requirements: o Professional experience 􀂃 Have taught or trained for at least six months 􀂃 Are in a training role (e.g., training at a trade school, at a state restaurant association or in a corporate setting) 􀂃 Have worked in a foodservice operations environment for one year 􀂃 Are employed as a health inspector or equivalent by a state or local regulatory authority 􀂃 Work as a Registered Sanitarian, Registered Dietician, or equivalent o Advanced education 􀂃 Have earned a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university or college in one of the following subjects: 􀂃 Food Science 􀂃 Food Technology 􀂃 Epidemiology 􀂃 Environmental Health 􀂃 Public Health 􀁸 Meet your state's food safety training requirements. Know your state’s requirements. 􀁸 Maintain high testing standards by: o Protecting the confidentiality of exam content o Excusing yourself in situations that may present a conflict of interest (e.g., proctoring the exam of a relative) o Following the standards and ethics outlined in the ServSafe Examination Administration Handbook and the Performance Agreement Please note: You must provide contact information for a reference. We will verify your current employment status, as well as work and education history. Steps to Completion of Instructor/Proctor Certiication: Obtain a Food Protection Manager’s Certificate, apply online with $36.00 fee, take the online tutorial and proctor exam, and complete application process. More information available [at](at www.servsafe.com)[ ](at www.servsafe.com)[www.servsafe.com](at www.servsafe.com) ProMetric, Inc Step 1 Submit the Proctor Application Complete and submit your Proctor Application using the online form. During this process, please review the Food Safety Proctor Policies and Procedures Manual to understand the requirements of becoming a Food Safety Proctor. Apply Now Step 2 Application Review Each application is reviewed to ensure that: It is completed accurately and entirely The applicant meets the requirements to become a Food Safety Proctor CPFM Proctor/Reader Nondisclosure Agreement Step 3 Take Competency Exam If your application is approved, a Prometric representative will send you an email with di

FAQs

What happens to Illinois FSSMC certifications after January 1, 2018?

Effective January 1, 2018, IDPH eliminates the Illinois Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification (FSSMC). IDPH no longer issues FSSMC certifications, posts course listings, or certifies instructors/proctors on or after that date.

What certification is required starting January 1, 2018 instead of the additional Illinois FSSMC certificate?

An ANSI accredited Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification obtained through a course and passing the exam is still required. Students will not need to apply for the additional Illinois FSSMC certificate.

Who can remain certified, and how is Chicago’s certification handled?

The City of Chicago will still maintain their certification. Questions can be directed via the provided IDPH email address.

Oct 2, 2026

Uploaded by Noah