S.C. Code Regs. 2-102.12. Certified Food Protection Manager Certification and Food Handler Certificate

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South Carolina Code of Regulations › Chapter 61 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES › S.C. Code Regs. 2-102.12

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(A) At least one employee that has supervisory and management responsibility, the authority to direct and control food preparation and service, the ability to enforce employee health policies, and a frequent presence at the facility shall be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program.

(B) At all times during operation, the person in charge shall be a certified food handler or a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program.

(C) This section does not apply to certain types of retail food establishments deemed by the Department to pose minimal risk of causing, or contributing to, foodborne illness based on the nature of the operation and the extent of food preparation.

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