CT SB01066

Food inspectors must obtain certification from the Department of Public Health commissioner, effective January 1, 2024, administered by the food inspection training officer at local health departments.

Certification applicants must possess a bachelor's degree or three years of experience in a regulatory food protection program, complete a training and verification program, and successfully complete a field standardization inspection.

Certified food inspectors and their immediate family members are prohibited from having any financial or ownership interest in, engaging in business or management of, or owning property containing a food establishment in their jurisdiction.

Food inspector certifications renew every three years and require 20 contact hours of approved food protection training and reassessment by the food inspection training officer.

Food establishments must be inspected at intervals based on risk classification: Class 1 (360 days), Class 2 (180 days), Class 3 (120 days), Class 4 (90 days), and temporary establishments prior to permit issuance and as needed.