The Minnesota certified food protection manager (CFPM) is a leader for the food establishment’s food safety team. The CFPM is recognized by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) as meeting specific training requirements, and helps reduce the risk of foodborne illness by demonstrating safe food handling practices and sharing food safety knowledge with the food establishment’s employees. MDH administers the Minnesota CFPM program for MDH, MDA and delegated agencies.
CFPM requirements for food establishments, exemptions, initial and renewal training requirements, and certification process
Information about CFPM duties in Minnesota, required training, initial and renewal certification, approved exams, application forms and frequently asked questions
A description of required training, approved exams for initial certification, downloadable applications, and other useful tips
Instructor qualifications, continuing education course requirements, and application for instructors and courses
CFPM look-up (search by name or FM number), initial course, exam and continuing education search tool, downloadable CFPM applications, and other helpful resources for CFPMs, CFPM instructors and environmental health professionals
All food establishments are required to employ a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM), except for those listed under the exemptions.