How to get a Food Handlers Permit in Oregon?

To obtain a food handlers permit in Oregon, you must undergo a training program, pass a test, and obtain a food handler card within 30 days of starting work in a food service role. The card costs $10.00 and is valid for three years. If you have a valid food manager training certificate, it can be accepted instead of a food handler card. However, food handler cards issued in other states are not valid in Oregon.

1. Study the Food Safety Self-Training Manual

• Purpose: The manual provides a basic understanding of food safety, which is essential for all food handlers. It covers important aspects such as maintaining hygiene, serving hot food, and preventing foodborne illnesses.
• Estimated Cost: Free.
• Instructions: The manual is available for download in multiple languages from the Oregon Health Authority's website. 

2. Take the Food Handler Test

• Purpose: The test assesses your understanding of the food safety principles outlined in the training manual. You need to score at least 75% to pass the test.
• Estimated Cost: $10.00.
• Instructions: The test can be taken online or in-person at a Food Handler office or Multnomah County Library. Both the in-person test and the online test are open book. Payment can be made with Visa or MasterCard after you pass the test if you take it online. If you take the test in the office, the cost is $5.00 to take the test and $5.00 to be issued a food handler certificate/card after passing the test; cash only.

3. Obtain the Food Handler Card

• Purpose: The card confirms that you have met the learning objectives in the training program and are qualified to work in a food service role.
• Estimated Cost: $10.00.
• Instructions: You must obtain your food handler card within 30 days of beginning work in a food service role. The card is valid for three years and is accepted in all Oregon counties. If you misplace your card, you can print off another card online at no additional charge, or get a copy by visiting the Multnomah County Food Handlers office for a $5.00 fee.

Useful Information Source Links:

• Oregon Health Authority's Food Safety Manual
• Multnomah County Official Food Handlers Card website
• List of approved providers for Food Handler Certification

FAQs:

• What if I lose my food handler card? If you misplace your card, you can print off another card online at no additional charge, or get a copy by visiting the Multnomah County Food Handlers office for a $5.00 fee.
• What if I have a food handler card from another state? Food handler cards issued in other states are not valid in Oregon.
• What if I have a valid food manager training certificate? If you have a valid food manager training certificate, it can be accepted instead of a food handler card.

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