Let’s delve into the details of California Senate Bill 476 (SB 476), its impact on food safety, and how ACE Food Handler can assist restaurant managers and owners in complying with this legislation for California Food Handlers.

Understanding California SB 476

SB 476, introduced by Senator Limón, focuses on food safety and specifically addresses food handlers. Here are the key points:

1. Food Handler Card Requirement:

   • Existing law already mandates that food handlers obtain a food handler card within 30 days of employment and maintain it throughout their tenure.
   • SB 476 reinforces this requirement, emphasizing the importance of specific training for those handling food to maintain safety standards and protect public health¹².

2. Employer Responsibilities:

   • Under SB 476, employers are now responsible for covering the costs associated with obtaining a food handlers card for their employees.
   • These costs include the time spent completing the training, the certification program fees, and the time taken to complete the certification.
   • Employers must also relieve employees of other work duties while they undergo the training course and examination¹³.

3. No Conditional Employment:

   • Employers cannot condition employment on an applicant or employee already possessing a food handlers card.
   • This ensures that all eligible individuals have equal opportunities for employment, regardless of their existing certification status¹.

4. Transparency and Accessibility:

   • The bill requires the California Department of Public Health to compile a list of certified food handler training programs and their associated costs by January 1, 2025.
   • Local public health departments must also provide access to this information on their websites.
   • By making this data available, SB 476 aims to enhance transparency and accessibility for both employers and employees¹.

ACE Food Handler Corporate Solutions

ACE Food Handler offers a comprehensive solution for restaurant managers and owners to streamline food safety training and compliance:

1. Corporate Portals:

   • ACE Food Handler provides custom Corporate Portals where you can manage food handler and alcohol seller/server certificates.
   • All certificates are stored securely on ACE’s servers, accessible from any device at any time.
   • During inspections, managers can easily provide necessary food safety and alcohol seller/server training documentation from the portal.

2. Customized Training Programs:

   • ACE Food Handler collaborates with businesses to design training programs tailored to their specific needs.
   • Whether you run a small cafe or a large restaurant chain, ACE can create a customized training plan that aligns with your business operations.

3. Easy Compliance with SB 476:

   • By partnering with ACE Food Handler, restaurant managers and owners can ensure seamless compliance with SB 476.
   • The technology in place simplifies the process, allowing you to focus on running your establishment while ACE handles the certification management.

How to Get Started

1. Watch the ACE Food Handler Corporate Video:

   • Visit this link to learn more about ACE’s corporate solutions.

2. Contact ACE Food Handler:

   • Call 877-952-8111 to discuss a customized training program designed around your business needs.

3. Request More Information:

   • Visit the ACE Food Handler Corporate Accounts page to request additional information on setting up a California Food Handlers Corporate Account.

Remember, ensuring food safety compliance not only protects your business but also safeguards the health of your patrons. Let ACE Food Handler be your partner in achieving these goals! 🍽️🔒