If you manage a restaurant, food truck, or catering business in the Buckeye State, you are likely familiar with the strict requirements set by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). One of the most critical rules is that every food service operation must have a designated person with an Ohio Person in Charge Certification (Level 1) present during all hours of operation.
While many managers hold the more advanced Level 2 certification, the law requires a “Person in Charge” (PIC) to be on-site for every single shift. This means if your General Manager steps out for a bank run or goes home for the night, the shift lead or head cook running the kitchen must hold a valid Level 1 certificate.
The $8.00 Solution for Ohio Businesses
Ohio Food Safety Certification
Compliance shouldn’t cost you a fortune. While national providers and other local trainers charge anywhere from $15.00 to $25.00 for this basic course, Ace Food Handler has dropped the price of our official Ohio Person in Charge Certification to just $8.00.
We are committed to helping Ohio businesses stay compliant without breaking the budget. But we are taking it a step further.
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Final Price: $6.40
That makes Ace Food Handler the most affordable ODH-approved provider in the entire state.
Is This Course ODH Approved?
Absolutely. Our Level 1 course is fully approved by the Ohio Department of Health. Whether your business is located in Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo, or anywhere in between, this certificate is legally recognized by your local health department. It covers all required topics, including:
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Time and Temperature Control
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Cross-Contamination Prevention
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Personal Hygiene
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Cleaning and Sanitizing
Fast, Mobile, & Instant
We know the restaurant industry doesn’t stop. That’s why our course is 100% online and mobile-friendly. Your staff can complete their Ohio Person in Charge Certification on their phone during downtime or before their shift starts. There are no timers holding them back—once they pass the assessment, they can download and print their official certificate instantly.
Don’t risk a citation because your shift lead wasn’t certified. Get your team compliant today for less than the cost of a combo meal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 in Ohio? The Ohio Person in Charge Certification (Level 1) is a basic food safety course required for the person in charge of a shift. Level 2 is the more extensive “Manager Certification in Food Protection” (like ServSafe Manager) required for the primary operator.
Does my certificate expire? Ohio Level 1 certificates do not have a state-mandated expiration date. However, many employers and local health districts recommend renewing every 3 to 5 years to stay current with food code updates.
Is this valid in Franklin and Cuyahoga counties? Yes. Since Ace Food Handler is an ODH-approved provider, our certificate is valid in all 88 Ohio counties and every local health jurisdiction.
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Ohio Person in Charge Certification in Food Protection
Ohio Person in Charge
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