California RulesQuestion 117 of 319
Which three California counties operate their own food handler training programs and are exempt from the statewide SB 602 Food Handler Card requirement?
a.Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara
b.Los Angeles, Orange, and Sacramento
c.San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino
d.Fresno, Kern, and Tulare
Explanation
SB 602 (2010) created a statewide Food Handler Card program but expressly carved out San Diego, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties, which had pre-existing local programs. Workers in those three counties follow the local rules instead.
Law Reference: SB 602 (2010) — Cal. H&S Code §113948This topic, taught in full in the Food Handler Card guide. Food Handler Card — Complete Study Guide (2026) — PDF + EPUB, $9.99 · 14-day refund →
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