Utah HB0172 extends the renewal period for food safety manager certification from three to five years.

Utah HB0172 amends the certification requirements for food safety managers in food service establishments. It extends the renewal period for certification from three to five years. Certified food safety managers must submit documentation of passing a department-approved examination to the local health department. They must also complete renewal requirements every five years. The bill sets statewide, uniform standards for certification and criteria for examinations. Local health departments cannot charge fees for processing documentation and must accept photocopies or electronic copies.

Utah HB0172 extends the renewal period for food safety manager certification from three to five years.

Utah HB0172 amends the certification requirements for food safety managers in food service establishments. It extends the renewal period for certification from three to five years. Certified food safety managers must submit documentation of passing a department-approved examination to the local health department. They must also complete renewal requirements every five years. The bill sets statewide, uniform standards for certification and criteria for examinations. Local health departments cannot charge fees for processing documentation and must accept photocopies or electronic copies.