Our ANSI Accredited, Food Protection Manager Certification will be used by your organization if you choose our Internal Proctoring option.

It is a mandatory requirement across the USA for Food Protection Manager (hyperlink) Exams to be proctored.

Always Food Safe now has the ability for YOU and your business to proctor exams at your locations – no more sending staff away to classrooms or exam centers.

You provide the test environment, and we provide the tools you need to conduct an exam session that complies with ANSI Regulations.

What is a Proctor?

A proctor is someone who administers an Always Food Safe Food Protection Manager Exam.

This is a vital role within your organization.

What duties will you be performing?

• Arrange & schedule upcoming manager exams
• Administer the exams by following the exam process set out by Always Food Safe’s proctor guide
• Provide certificates to staff upon successful completion of exams

Steps to become a Proctor

1. Apply – Submit your details to Always Food Safe to express an interest in becoming a proctor
2. Study – Complete the online training course & then the Proctor exam
3. Submit Final Application – After completion of the exam submit all your paperwork, once approved you can start proctoring exams

Get in touch today

Email exams@alwaysfoodsafe.com today to begin the process!

We often get asked to explain what certification means and more importantly, will my Health Inspector accept my certificate.

The Always Food Safe Company Manager Exam gained ANSI Accreditation in April 2020 and will be accepted by Health Inspectors across the USA.

We partnered with ProctorU so you can take the proctored exam online and from the comfort of your home.

When you purchase the exam option, you will be directed to their website to allow you to immediately book a time and date that is convenient to you.

Always Food Safe’s Food Protection Manager ANSI Certification is accredited and accepted nationwide

• It is nationally approved and accepted by your Health Department
• Allows you to take your exam 7 days a week at a time that suits you
• You will immediately get test results and if successful, your digital certificate will be available instantly 

Certification Process

Step 1

If you are new to a manager position, or just looking to re-fresh your knowledge prior to the exam, purchase and complete the online training course

Step 2

When ready, schedule the examination on ProctorU’s website at a time and date that suits you.

Step 3

Take and pass the exam

Step 4

You will receive an instant digital certificate.

To use online proctoring, you must:

• Have a webcam and microphone attached to your computer (all laptops have these installed as standard)
• Have a private room to take the exam in. This could be a room in your house, office, or public space. It just means you need an area to take the exam where people will not be walking in and out.
• Have a current, government-issued ID

Which devices are not accepted?

• Cell Phone
• Tablet
• Chromebook

You can complete the training on the above devices, but you will need a laptop to take the final exam.

Washington is the only state to be named after a president and they have an official state fossil, the Columbian Mammoth! 10% of the jobs in Washington come from the food industry, that’s over 300,000 jobs!

Washington requires all of its food establishments to demonstrate their knowledge of food safety regulations. One way to demonstrate that is to take a food safety training course or pass an exam.

1. ANSI Approved Certification (The same as ServSafe)
2. 2 Exam Attempts & only a 70% passing score required 
3. Available in English & Spanish – Both the training and exam are available in English & Spanish.
4. Complimentary Management System – All student results and certificates will automatically be stored in your complimentary management account. https://alwaysfoodsafe.com/complimentary-management-account-faqs
5. Video Training – We are the only company in the industry to offer video-based learning

The purpose of this ANSI Accredited Food Protection Manager Training is to provide managers the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to oversee safe storage, preparation and service food.

All learning is mapped against the 2017 FDA Food Code.

Video Learning is broken up into 23 chapters that last no longer than 20 minutes each. With it being 100% online, you can complete the training around your lifestyle.

Below is a breakdown of the chapter content:

• Chapter 1: Introduction
• Chapter 2: The “Journey of Food” – Contamination
• Chapter 3: The “Journey of Food” – Importance of the Food Handler
• Chapter 4: The “Journey of Food” – Time & Temperature Control
• Chapter 5: The “Journey of Food” – Purchasing to Store Room
• Chapter 6: The “Journey of Food” – Preparation
• Chapter 7: The “Journey of Food” – Service
• Chapter 8: The “Journey of Food” – Cleaning & Sanitizing
• Chapter 9: The “Journey of Food” – Food Safety Management
• Chapter 10: The “Journey of Food” – Facilities and Pest Management