Ohio Person in Charge (PIC) Certification (Level 1)

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Ohio Level 1 Person in Charge (PIC) Certification

Ohio Person in Charge Certification (Level 1 PIC)

Do you need an Ohio Person in Charge Certification?
Yes. According to Ohio food safety laws, every food service operation must have at least one designated “Person in Charge” (PIC) per shift. This Ohio Person in Charge Certification (Level 1) fulfills that mandatory requirement for shift leaders, line cooks, and key employees.

Is this approved by the Ohio Department of Health?
Yes. ACE Food Handler is an official approved provider for the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). Our Level 1 training is valid statewide and accepted by all local health departments.

Level 1 vs. Level 2: What is the difference?
This course is for Level 1 (PIC). It covers essential food safety principles like temperatures, hygiene, and cross-contamination.
(Note: This is NOT the 15-hour “Level 2 Manager” certification required for the primary owner/operator).

Why Choose ACE for Your Ohio PIC?

• No Proctor Needed: Unlike Level 2, this Level 1 exam is taken online immediately.
• 100% Online: Optimized for smartphones and tablets.
• Instant Certificate: Download your official ODH-approved certificate immediately after passing.
• Best Price: Only $15.00 (Competitors often charge $25+).

Who Needs This Certification?

The Ohio Person in Charge Certification is required for anyone who manages a shift when the Level 2 Manager is not present. This typically includes:

• Shift Leaders & Assistant Managers
• Head Line Cooks & Kitchen Leads
• Catering Captains
• Food Truck Operators

Valid Statewide in Ohio

Because this is the official ODH program, your certificate is valid in:

• Columbus
• Cleveland
• Cincinnati
• Toledo
• Akron
• Dayton
• Parma
• Canton
• Youngstown

Need to certify your whole staff? Click here for Corporate Accounts to get bulk pricing for your restaurant.