Management & HACCPQuestion 469 of 500
What does the Food Code say about who the person in charge must be?
a.The owner, or any family member whom the owner chooses to designate
b.The employee with the longest tenure on that shift
c.Any employee who has completed a food handler card
d.A certified food protection manager who passed an accredited test
Explanation
The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency by passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Certain establishments the regulatory authority deems minimal risk are excepted, but seniority, ownership, and a food handler card do not satisfy the requirement.
Law Reference: FDA Food Code §2-102.12Practice all 500 questions free — no signup required.
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