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California Food Handler Card Practice Test 2026

California food handlers must earn a California Food Handler Card within 30 days of being hired. The exam is given by an ANSI-accredited training provider and has at least 40 questions with a 70% pass mark. Practice test 1 covers the California card law; the other sets cover food safety basics.

  • Seguridad alimentaria
  • California
  • 132 preguntas
  • Revisado el 10 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

El examen oficial tiene 40 preguntas. Para aprobar: At least 70%. Lo organiza: ANSI-accredited food handler training providers, under California Health and Safety Code section 113948. Practica aquí gratis con 132 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 10 de octubre de 2026.

Lee antes de practicarEmpieza por Food Handler Study Guide (US): notas en lenguaje sencillo, diagramas y las cifras que hay que recordar.

  1. Pregunta 1 de 12

    In California, how soon after being hired must a food handler get a California Food Handler Card?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Within 30 days

    California Health and Safety Code section 113948 requires food handlers to get a card within 30 days after the date of hire.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 12

    How long is a California Food Handler Card valid?
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    Respuesta: C. 3 years from the date it was issued

    The card is valid for three years from the date of issue.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 12

    A California food handler changes jobs to a new restaurant. What happens to their valid food handler card?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. It stays valid until it expires

    A valid card stays valid for its full three years even if the food handler changes employers.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 12

    What is the minimum passing score on the California food handler exam?
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    Respuesta: A. 70 percent

    The law requires a minimum score of 70 percent to pass.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 12

    At least how many questions must the California food handler exam have?
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    Respuesta: C. 40

    The exam must have at least 40 questions. The course and exam are designed to take about two and a half hours.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 12

    Who may issue a California Food Handler Card?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. A training provider accredited by ANSI (the American National Standards Institute)

    Since January 1, 2012, cards may only come from ANSI-accredited training providers that meet the ASTM E2659-09 standard.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 12

    Which topic must California food handler training cover, in addition to basic food safety?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Major food allergens and how to avoid allergen cross-contact

    Since 2021, the course must cover food allergy awareness and safe handling of major food allergens, including avoiding cross-contamination.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 12

    Under California law, who pays for the time a food handler spends on the food handler course and exam?
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    Respuesta: A. The employer, because the time counts as paid hours worked

    Employers must pay for training and exam time as hours worked, cover necessary costs, and relieve workers of other duties during training.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 12

    Can a California employer refuse to hire someone only because they do not already have a food handler card?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. No, the employer cannot make an existing card a condition of hiring

    The law says employers may not require an applicant or employee to already have a food handler card as a condition of employment.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 12

    What must a California food facility keep to show it follows the food handler card law?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Records showing each food handler has a valid card

    Food facilities must keep records of valid food handler cards and show them to the local inspector on request.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 12

    Where is a California Food Handler Card recognized?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Throughout the state, except in a few areas that have their own local program

    The card is recognized statewide, except in local jurisdictions that had their own food handler program in place before January 1, 2009.

  12. Pregunta 12 de 12

    Which type of workplace is exempt from California's food handler card law?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. A public or private school cafeteria

    Exemptions include school cafeterias, licensed health care facilities, certified farmers markets, most grocery stores and some other settings.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • Food handlers must get a California Food Handler Card within 30 days of being hired.
  • The card is valid for 3 years and stays valid if you change employers.
  • The exam has at least 40 questions, and you need a score of at least 70% to pass.
  • Only ANSI-accredited training providers may issue the card.
  • Training must include food allergy awareness and safe handling of major food allergens.
  • Employers must pay for the time spent on the course and exam as hours worked.

Preguntas frecuentes

How long do I have to get a California food handler card?

You must get it within 30 days after the date you were hired.

What score do I need to pass?

At least 70%. The exam has at least 40 questions.

Does my card still work if I change jobs?

Yes. The card is valid for 3 years from the date it was issued, even with a new employer.

Who pays for the training?

Your employer must count the training and exam time as paid hours worked and cover necessary costs.

Is the card valid everywhere in California?

It is recognized statewide, except in a few local areas that had their own food handler program before 2009. Ask your county if you are unsure.

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