(1) By March 1, 2023, food establishments must have at least one certified food protection manager on staff as evidenced by a valid certificate available from an accredited program. The certificate must be available upon request. If the certified food protection manager leaves employment for any reason, the food establishment must have another certified food protection manager on staff within sixty days.
(2) This section does not apply to certain types of food establishments deemed by the regulatory authority to pose minimal risk of causing, or contributing to, foodborne illness based on the nature of the operation and extent of food preparation.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
43.20.050 and
43.20.145. WSR 21-01-122, § 246-215-02107, filed 12/15/20, effective 3/1/22.]