Food Safety Regulations & Certifications

We ensure compliance with food safety regulations in Alameda County, promoting public health and safeguarding the integrity of the prepared food.

Food Safety Regulations & Certifications

California Food Handler Certificate Program (Accredited)

View the California Food Handler Certificate Program Accreditation Training Directory.

Certified Farmers Market (CFM) Program

A Certified Farmers’ Market is defined as a retail food facility and requires an ACEHD permit to operate.

Cottage Food Operation (CFO)

The Cottage Food Bill allows Californians to prepare approved non-potentially hazardous food products at home for direct or indirect sales. Operators must adhere to health and safety regulations, labeling requirements, and sales limits.

Food Handler Card Program

Please check back here for more information on the Food Handler Card Program.

Food Safety Manager Certification Class

ACEHD offers a six-hour instructor-led class and an accredited food safety certification examination that fulfills state requirements to operate food facilities.

Food Safety Program Inspection & Results

The Food Safety Program monitors all retail food facilities in the county to ensure a safe and wholesome food supply for the public.

Limited Service Charitable Feeding Operations (LSCFO)

LSCFO’s are charitable operations that provide small-scale/limited food preparation and serving, specifically to feed those in need.

Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations Program (MEHKO)

The MEHKO program facilitates home-based food services where residents prepare and serve food on the same day, either for onsite consumption or delivery, with advertising through web or app platforms.

Responsible Beverage Services Training Program

ABC licensees with an "ABC On-Premises License" are required to ensure specific staff have received training from an ABC approved RBS Training Provider within 60 days of employment.
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