Missouri State Food Safety Requirement Summary

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Jurisdiction	Missouri

Servsafe approval	ServSafe is a recognized program througout the state (Print, CD-ROM, on-line exam with proctor)

Certification Fee	Fees may vary per jurisdiction

Instructor Requirements	Registered ServSafe Instructor

Code requirement	Voluntary on state level. Local health departments may mandate certification. The Missouri Food Code requires that a person in charge be present during all hours of operation. The person in charge at a restaurant must be able to demonstrate knowledge of food safety issues. ('99 FDA Food Code, Missouri 20 CSR 1.025)

Hours of Instruction	May vary per local jurisdiction

Certification Renewal	5 years

Miscellaneous

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