What This Is
Food safety and sanitation services in Fulton County help ensure food is prepared, handled, and served in compliance with state and local regulations.
The Fulton County Health Department provides training requirements, certification guidance, and food safety standards for food establishments and food handlers.
Who This Applies To
Food safety requirements apply to:
- Restaurants and food establishments
- Mobile food units
- Temporary food vendors
- Cottage food operations
- Food handlers and food managers
Food Safety Training Requirements
As of January 1, 2019:
- All Category I and Category II facilities must have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on site at all times
- Food handlers (non-volunteers) must complete food handler training every three years
Training is available at the health department and through approved online programs.
Training, Requirements & Documents
Use the resources below to complete required training and stay compliant:
Food Safety Training
- CFPM Class Schedule
- CFPM Test Only Schedule
- ServSafe Online CFPM Course Information
- Food Handler Training Information
- Allergen Awareness Training
- Illinois Food Code Requirements
Food Safety Plans (Required for Certain Products)
If you produce acidified or fermented foods, you may be required to complete a food safety plan.
Before You Apply or Begin
Before starting a food operation:
- Determine if certification or training is required
- Review food safety plan requirements (if applicable)
- Make sure all staff are properly trained
This helps prevent delays and ensures compliance.
What You Need to Know Before You Start
- A food safety plan is required if you are not using an approved USDA or extension office recipe
- A separate plan is required for each production process
- Lab-tested pH results must be submitted
- The final product must meet a pH of 4.6 or below
- Plans must be resubmitted every three years
- New products require a new food safety plan
What to Do Next
- Review the training and document links above
- Complete required certification or training
- Submit any required food safety plans
If you are unsure what applies to your situation:
Call 309-647-1134
Not Sure What You Need?
If you are unsure whether you need certification, training, or a food safety plan, call and staff will guide you.