How to Get Your Food Handlers Card
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About the Course
This Oregon Food Handlers Card training is approved by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA). The online course uses interactive training techniques to help learners understand key food safety principles, such as preventing contamination, practicing proper hygiene, controlling time and temperature, and maintaining clean preparation areas.
To receive your Oregon Food Handler Card, complete the training and pass the final test. After successfully passing the exam, you can immediately download your food handlers card.
Course Outline
- Explain how food can become contaminated and lead to foodborne illness or allergic reactions.
- Demonstrate proper hand hygiene and personal practices to prevent contamination of food, surfaces and materials.
- Recognize symptoms and illnesses that must be reported to a manager according to food safety guidelines.
- Apply proper time and temperature controls throughout the flow of food, from receiving to service.
- Maintain a sanitary environment for safe preparation, handling and service.
Course Features
Format
Fully online and self-paced
Device Compatibility
Accessible on computers, tablets and smartphones
Learning Methods
Engaging interactive activities, audio narration, videos and full-text content
Available Languages
English, Español, 普通话, 한국어, Việt, American Sign Language, Tagalog. Language selection is available after purchase.
Program Length
Approximately 30 minutes
Quick Facts
Is food handler training required in Oregon?
Yes.
Who needs a food handler card?
Most employees who prepare, store, serve or handle consumable goods.
How long do I have to complete the training?
Within 30 days of hire.
Who regulates food safety and training?
The Oregon Health Authority’s Foodborne Illness Prevention Program regulates food safety and food handler training in the state.
Oregon Health Authority Environmental Public Health Section
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite 640 Portland, OR 97232
971-673-0440 food.safety@oha.oregon.gov
Why StateFoodSafety?
At StateFoodSafety, we make food safety training simple, convenient and effective. Our courses help food handlers quickly gain the knowledge they need to work safely in the food service industry.
State-Approved Training
Our Oregon Food Handler Card course is approved statewide and operated by Lane County Environmental Health.
Fast and Convenient
Complete your lessons online in about 30 minutes. Train at your pace whenever it fits into your schedule.
Interactive, Accessible Learning
Engaging, easy-to-follow training with videos, examples, multiple language options and mobile friendly access.
Visuals That Match Your Job
Pick your setting (quick service, grocery, coffee or general), and the course visuals will match where you work.
FAQs
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Businesses may also qualify for volume-based bulk discounts of up to 15% on eligible courses, including food handlers card training and food manager certification.