Retailers - Are you up to date on your food safety certifications?

The Georgia Department of Agriculture requires most grocery retailers to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager registered for each store location. Are you ready for inspection?

The SafeMark food safety program - developed BY Retailers FOR Retailers

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The SafeMark Certified Food Protection Manager training course prepares managers to implement proven food safety practices and systems, maintain a safe and hygienic foodservice operation, and oversee the training and daily practices of hourly food workers to prevent the spread of foodborne illness.​

This is an American National Standards Institute – Conference for Food Protection (ANSI-CFP) accredited Certification Program. The SafeMark® CFPM has been designed alongside recognized food safety experts from the grocery industry to mirror real-life situations to help grocery industry professionals understand critical food safety principles and successfully apply their skills at work in order to protect public health and meet regulatory compliance outlined in the FDA Food Code.
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The online training courses provide easy-to-understand narration and relevant retailer images combined to make the instruction impactful for a wide range of learners. The simple interface makes it easy for learners with limited computer experience to complete the course, while the limited use of text helps learners with minimal reading skills stay focused. An engaging story arc sharpens the learning experience and increases comprehension.
SafeMark Certified Protection Manager
Online Course
Completion of the SafeMark training course will prepare employees for the Certified Grocery Store Food Safety Manager (CGSFSM) examination and certification.
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  • Nine Instruction Modules - comprehensive instruction covers retail food safety, hazards to food safety, foodborne illness, food product flow, equipment/utensils, cleaning & sanitizing, food safety management, regulations and crisis management
  • Convenience - employees can study at their own pace on the computer without being away from the store
  • Economical - the SafeMark program is less expensive than ServSafe 
  • Designed for Grocery Retailers - SafeMark is the only food safety program designed BY retailers FOR retailers

​Cost = $60
DID YOU KNOW?

The Georgia Food Industry Education Foundation offers food safety training rebates to GFIA members.
  • Rebates up to $25 per person for Food Manager Certifications
  • Must submit your passing grade and certificate within 45 days
Download the Food Safety Reimbursement Request Form here

Certified Grocery Store Food Safety Manager
Examination

This examination is underwritten by the NATIONAL REGISTRY OF FOOD SAFETY PROFESSIONALS (NRFSP)
  • The exam is based on the 2017 FDA Model Food Code
  • 80 multiple choice questions
  • 2 hours to complete
  • minimum weighted score of 75 to pass
  • certification is valid for five years
 
Exam Content:
  • Preventing Contamination and Cross-Contamination (15 questions)
  • Ensuring Personal Hygiene and Employee Health (14 questions)
  • Actively Managing Controls in a Food Establishment (13 questions)
  • Monitoring the Flow of Foods (10 questions)
  • Ensuring Product Time and Temperature (11 questions)
  • Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment (9 questions)
  • Conducting Cleaning and Sanitizing (5 questions)
  • Managing the Physical Facility Design and Maintenance (3 questions)
  • Examination Blueprint 
Employees may take the examination at a local Pearson Vue Testing Center. There are over 4,000 testing locations nationwide. CLICK HERE to find a center near you.

Exam Cost = $50

Resources from the Georgia Department of Agriculture website

Certified Food Protection Manager Guidance

Person in Charge (PIC) Required Knowledge

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