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ServSafe Food Protection Manager Exam Prep
Free practice tests for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification — the nationally accepted manager credential based on the FDA Food Code. In English and Español.
The ServSafe Manager exam is 90 multiple-choice questions (80 scored) with a 2-hour limit, and you need 70% — at least 56 of the 80 scored questions — to pass.
Registration Guide
Know exactly how to register, request a translator, and what to bring on exam day.
Study Materials
Topic chapters covering every area of the exam, in plain English, Chinese, Spanish, or Vietnamese.
Practice Tests
Daily questions + weekly full mock exams. Track your weak spots and improve fast.
Start here — your free study path
Everything you need to pass the ServSafe Food Protection Manager exam, in the order to use it — watch, read, then drill.
- 1Watch the video courseTeacher-style lessons covering all 8 exam domains.
- 2Read the study guide — free onlineAll 8 domains, with temperatures verified to the 2022 FDA Food Code. Read free online — or get the full PDF + EPUB eBook for $9.99.
- 3Drill practice questions + a timed mockFree questions with answer explanations, then a full timed mock exam to confirm you clear 75%.
Try a sample question
What is the maximum temperature at which cold TCS food may be held to keep it safe?
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Popular practice questions
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- The ALERT acronym helps operations reduce the risk of deliberate (intentional) food contamination. What does ALERT stand for?
- A guest becomes ill after eating raw oysters and reports jaundice weeks later. Which of the Big 6 pathogens is a virus most associated with contaminated shellfish and infected food handlers?
- A manager suspects a foodborne illness outbreak after several customers report similar symptoms from the same meal. What should the manager do first?
- A manager writes an allergen procedure for the staff. The FIRST step when a guest reports a food allergy should be to:
- A cook finishes handling raw ground beef and immediately needs to plate cooked, ready-to-eat quesadillas. To prevent cross-contamination, he must:
- A school cafeteria bakes cinnamon apples that will be held on the hot line until lunch ends. A cook argues that fruit is safe at any temperature. How should the manager respond?
Frequently asked questions
How many ServSafe Manager practice questions are here?
320 original practice questions across all 8 exam domains — foodborne illness, contamination & allergens, personal hygiene, receiving & storage, preparation & cooking, holding & service, management & HACCP, and facilities, cleaning & pests. In English and Español, with an FDA Food Code citation on every answer.
Is this ServSafe Manager practice test free?
Yes — completely free, no signup. Unlimited rounds, a full 90-question timed mock exam, and explanations all included. The official ServSafe exam itself (about $99, up to ~$179 with the course) is separate; PrepPass is a free study aid, not the certification.
Are these real ServSafe exam questions?
No. All 320 questions are original prose written from the public-domain FDA Food Code 2022. We never copy from ServSafe, the National Restaurant Association, or any exam provider.
How many questions is the real ServSafe Manager exam and what's the passing score?
90 multiple-choice questions (80 scored + 10 unscored pilot), 2-hour limit, and 70% to pass — at least 56 of the 80 scored questions correct. It is proctored and closed-book.
How long is the ServSafe Manager certification valid?
5 years in most jurisdictions (some recognize 3 years). ServSafe Manager is ANAB-CFP accredited and satisfies the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) requirement in nearly every US state and county.
What languages is the ServSafe Manager exam available in?
The official exam is offered in English, Spanish, French Canadian, and Simplified Chinese. PrepPass practice is available in English and Español, with more languages coming.
More about PrepPass practice
Is PrepPass's ServSafe Food Protection Manager practice free?
Yes — every ServSafe Food Protection Manager practice question, study guide, and lesson on PrepPass is free. A full timed mock exam is also included at no cost.
How many ServSafe Food Protection Manager practice questions does PrepPass have?
PrepPass currently has 320 original ServSafe Food Protection Manager practice questions across 8 topic areas, and every question comes with a written answer explanation.
What languages is PrepPass's ServSafe Food Protection Manager prep available in?
English, 中文 (Chinese), Español (Spanish), and Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese).
How are PrepPass's ServSafe Food Protection Manager questions written?
They are original questions written by PrepPass from public-domain statutes and official exam blueprints — never copied from the real exam. Read our question methodology →
Is PrepPass affiliated with the licensing board or exam provider?
No. PrepPass is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any licensing board or official exam provider.
Can I practice ServSafe Food Protection Manager on my phone?
Yes — PrepPass runs in any mobile or desktop web browser, with no app to download.
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