Yes, any facility serving food, including casinos, resorts, and lodges, must comply with Delaware food safety regulations and have a certified food manager on staff.

Yes, food service locations in theme parks and movie theaters must comply with the Delaware Food Code and employ at least one certified food manager.

While all major cities follow state requirements, some municipalities may have additional health department regulations or stricter food safety enforcement. Check with the local health department for any specific requirements.

 Yes, Delaware allows online proctored exams, provided they meet ANSI/ANAB accreditation requirements.

Yes, all food service establishments, including bars and grills serving food, must have at least one certified food manager on duty during operating hours.

Yes, catering businesses must have at least one CFPM on staff to oversee food safety procedures.

If the store prepares or serves food (such as a deli or hot food counter), at least one certified food manager must be present.

Yes, Delaware requires at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on duty at all times in food establishments. The certification must be obtained through an ANSI/ANAB-accredited program like FMC®.

You must pass the FMC® Food Managers Certification Exam, which is available online with remote proctoring or at an approved test center.

The certification is valid for five years from the date of issuance. Recertification requires passing an approved food safety exam.

Yes, FMC^® Food Managers Certification is fully accepted and approved in Delaware by the Delaware Health and Social Services, Public Health Division. 

Follow this link to learn more, dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/hsp/files/ofpcfpm.pdf

The State of Delaware requires high-risk establishments to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on premises during all operating hours per Delaware Food Code § 2-102.12 and § 2-102.20.

Permitted food establishments that have a risk category of very low, low or medium may qualify for a variance from the Delaware Division of Public Health (DPH) in regards to Certified Food Protection Managers and are evaluated on a case by case basis.

To become a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), individuals must pass an ANAB-CFP accredited certification exam from an ANAB approved provider such as FMC^® Food Managers Certification by EduClasses^®.

Always be sure to check with your local health department for any additional training and certification requirements.

 You can verify your certification through the FMC® Verification page.