Q: How does SB 476 affect food handler training requirements for California businesses?
A: SB 476 signifies a pivotal change in California's food handler training requirements for businesses. Starting January 1, 2024, the law mandates that employers must cover all costs associated with food handler training, including program expenses and compensation for employees' training time.
This shift aims to enhance workforce skills and overall food safety standards statewide. Our food handler courses offer 100% online, ANAB-accredited training, making it easy to satisfy state requirements.
Q: Does the state of California recognize food handler training taken on the Internet? Is this website legitimate?
A: Yes, eFoodcard.com is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to provide food handler training in the state of California except Riverside, San Diego and San Bernardino Counties.
Q: Is eFoodcard.com the same as CAFoodcard.com?
A: Yes, eFoodcard.com is the new CAFoodcard.com.
Q: How long is my card valid in California?
A: A food handler card from eFoodcard.com is valid in all of California except Riverside, San Diego and San Bernardino Counties for 3 years from the date of successful test completion.
Q: How many answers do I need to get right to pass in California?
A: In California, you must answer 28 out of 40 questions correctly in order to pass the test with a minimum score of 70%.
Q: Why do I need a food handler card in California?
A: All food service workers in California are required to obtain food handler training and a food handler card. If you are involved with preparing and/or serving food in California, you need a food handler card.
Q: What do I have to do to get my food handler card?
A: The process is simple! Just create an account at eFoodcard.com, study the manual, (if required in your state, you must complete the course first), pass the test and print your food handler card.
Q: I need to get a replacement card. What do I need to do?
A: It's easy. First, log into your account at eFoodcard.com. On your course dashboard, click the Download Proof of Completion button.
Q: Do I have to pay for reprints of my food handler card?
A: No! Reprints are always FREE while your food handler card is valid.
Q: How will I know when my card is expiring?
A: We keep track of this for you! As long as you keep your email address up-to-date so that we can reach you, we'll send you reminders starting 3 months in advance.
Q: May someone else pay for my card?
A: Yes, someone else may make payment.
Q: May I pay the fee for more than one person with my credit card?
A: Yes, you may pay for as many people as you want with one credit card.
Q: I work for a government agency wishing to make payments for multiple clients. How do I do this?
A: Please visit our Business Accounts page to learn more.
Q: I have an invite code from my company. What do I do?
A: To redeem your voucher, click the link in the invite email sent from your employer. You can create an account or log into an existing one to start your training.
Q: Will you mail my card to me?
A: You will be able to download and print your card from your course dashboard. If you would like a physical certificate, you can purchase one for an additional fee. Simply select the Mail My Certificate option after course completion.
Q: How do I make a suggestion or complaint, or make an appeal to eFoodcard?
A: You can make a suggestion, complaint or appeal by using the Customer Support request form.