Rhode Island Food Safety Certification

Rhode Island food safety certification involves training in sanitation and proper food preparation techniques.

Rhode Island food safety certification ensures food service employees possess proficiency in all areas of food safety, including safe food handling procedures, proper food storage and food borne illness identification and prevention. Required for employment in the Rhode Island restaurant and hospitality industry, certification satisfies the state and local health codes established for food service establishments.

Scope

Food safety training and certification concerns study in basic food safety, prevention of cross-contamination and cleaning and sanitation. Most programs include additional training in pest control, personal hygiene and hazard analysis and control.

Locations

Several location options, including online programs, exist for food safety certification in Rhode Island. Operations with several staff members, such as commissaries and schools, often choose training and testing administered on-site.

Cost

As of September, 2010, Rhode Island food safety certification cost between $75 and $175, depending on the program. Prices vary for group instruction.

References

• ServSafe: Welcome to the ServSafe Starters Program
• Food Safety Certification Classes in Rhode Island: Certification Class Schedule: 2010
• Learn 2 Serve: Rhode Island Online Food Safety Training and Certification
• Community College of Rhode Island: Food Manager
• Tribelli Consulting: Food Safety Plans