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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.

  • Hygiène alimentaire
  • Californie
  • 132 questions
  • Vérifié le 10 octobre 2026

En bref

L’examen officiel comporte 40 questions. Pour réussir : At least 70%. Organisé par : ANSI-accredited food handler training providers, under California Health and Safety Code section 113948. Entraînez-vous ici gratuitement avec 132 questions, chacune avec la réponse et une explication. Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 10 octobre 2026.

À lire avant de vous entraînerCommencez par le guide « Food Handler Study Guide (US) » : des notes en langage clair, des schémas et les chiffres à retenir.

  1. Question 1 sur 12

    In California, how soon after being hired must a food handler get a California Food Handler Card?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 2 sur 12

    How long is a California Food Handler Card valid?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: C. 3 years from the date it was issued

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

  3. Question 3 sur 12

    A California food handler changes jobs to a new restaurant. What happens to their valid food handler card?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 4 sur 12

    What is the minimum passing score on the California food handler exam?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: A. 70 percent

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

  5. Question 5 sur 12

    At least how many questions must the California food handler exam have?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 6 sur 12

    Who may issue a California Food Handler Card?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 7 sur 12

    Which topic must California food handler training cover, in addition to basic food safety?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 8 sur 12

    Under California law, who pays for the time a food handler spends on the food handler course and exam?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 9 sur 12

    Can a California employer refuse to hire someone only because they do not already have a food handler card?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 10 sur 12

    What must a California food facility keep to show it follows the food handler card law?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 11 sur 12

    Where is a California Food Handler Card recognized?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 12 sur 12

    Which type of workplace is exempt from California's food handler card law?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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.

À savoir avant l’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.

Questions fréquentes

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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