Illness ReportingQuestion 48 of 319
When a food employee is diagnosed with one of the Big 6 illnesses, who is the person in charge required to notify?
a.The local health department (regulatory authority)
b.The state insurance commissioner
c.Only the facility owner
d.Only the employee's family
Explanation
California law and the FDA Food Code require the Person in Charge to immediately notify the local health department (the regulatory authority) when an employee is diagnosed with Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Shigella, STEC, Salmonella Typhi, or nontyphoidal Salmonella. This protects the public and lets the health department investigate possible exposure.
Law Reference: Cal. H&S Code §113949.3This 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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