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Ohio Person In Charge: Mastering Food Safety and PIC Compliance
In every Buckeye State kitchen, safety is a shift-by-shift responsibility. Obtaining your Ohio Person In Charge (PIC) certification—often referred to as Level 1 Food Protection—is a mandatory requirement for most food service operations. For over 10 years, ACE Food Handler has been the trusted partner for Ohio businesses, ensuring that shift leads and managers have the “Safe Harbor” knowledge needed to protect their customers and their liquor or food permits.
The 165°F Standard: Why Temperature Matters
The most critical lesson for any Ohio Person In Charge is the “165 Rule.” To prevent foodborne illnesses like Salmonella, the Ohio Food Code strictly mandates that all poultry, including chicken and turkey, must be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165°F.
As the PIC, you are responsible for ensuring your team uses calibrated digital thermometers to verify this temperature at the thickest part of the meat. Reaching 165°F for at least 15 seconds is the only scientifically proven way to ensure pathogens are destroyed. Failing to meet this standard isn’t just a health code violation—it’s a risk to your community’s safety.
Licensed Ohio Training (ODH #89-188)
ACE Food Handler is officially approved by the Ohio Department of Health under License #89-188. We understand that Ohio operators need fast, reliable, and affordable training. Our Ohio Person In Charge course is available 100% online for only $10.
With a decade of experience in the state, we’ve optimized our platform to be mobile-friendly, allowing your staff to certify in under two hours. Plus, you can use coupon code: ace20 to save even more. Whether you’re in a high-volume restaurant in Columbus or a small deli in Dayton, we provide the credentials you need to stay compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Voice Search Optimized)
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Who is required to have Ohio Person In Charge training? Ohio law requires at least one designated Ohio Person In Charge (PIC) to be present on every shift in Risk Level I, II, III, and IV establishments.
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What is the safe cooking temperature for chicken in Ohio? All poultry and chicken dishes must reach an internal temperature of 165°F to be considered safe for service.
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Does the Ohio PIC Level 1 certification expire? No, the Ohio Person In Charge certification issued under ODH approval does not expire, though regular refreshers are recommended.
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How much does the Ohio PIC course cost? Our approved course is $10. Use code ace20 for additional savings.
Areas Served
We provide PIC Level 1 training throughout Ohio, including:
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Major Cities: Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, and Akron.
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Local Markets: Dayton, Parma, Canton, Youngstown, Lorain, and Hamilton.
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Ohio Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection
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Course fees for Ohio Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection
$10 Online Ohio Person in Charge Food Handler
At the end of the course you will be awarded a Ohio Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection. Description: Our online Ohio Food Handlers Card training will teach you all of the skills and knowledge needed to work safely in a Ohio food outlet. Our Food Handler Card training course is short and simple to understand. The course is available 24/7 and usually takes about a hour to complete. Available in English or Spanish, our course will take you step-by-step through everything you need to know, including basic definitions, hygienic working, cross contamination and food related illnesses. The course is easy to follow, and it allows you to work at your own pace. It includes a few videos with practical demonstrations, showing exactly what you should, and should not do when working with food. At the end of the course you will be required to pass a comprehensive test and must pass with a 75% or better. Hit the ‘Get Certified’ button now to register for our Ohio Food Handler training course. We’re proud to offer high quality Ohio Food Handlers Card at one of the lowest prices in the State of Ohio! ACE Food Handler also provided Ohio Person in Charge Corporate Accounts Updated 04/12/2022More Details
Summary This short, fully accredited online course from Ace Food Handler covers everything you need to know about basic food handling and hygiene in the State of Ohio Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection.
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Ohio Department of Health
Food Safety Program
246 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
Telephone: (614) 644-7416