MCO 4061.1A — Food Safety Training Program

MCO 4061.1A governs minimum food safety training for military and civilian food service and specific medical personnel.

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  • Publication number: MCO 4061.1A
  • Title: FOOD SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM
  • Date: 31 May 2022
  • Proponent: 04000 Logistics
  • Status: Current

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It covers policy, definitions, training, certification, food establishment personnel, privacy, review, and forms. Requirements include initial and annual training, certification, and training documentation at each food establishment.

Applies to: This instruction is applicable to all Navy and Headquarters Marine Corps activities.

Topics covered

  • Food safety training
  • Food safety certification
  • Food establishment personnel
  • Food safety instructors
  • Temporary food employees
  • Bartender training

Questions and answers

How much initial and annual food safety training must food employees receive?

Food employees must receive a minimum of 4 hours of initial food safety training prior to working in a food establishment. In addition to the initial training, food employees must receive a minimum of 4 hours of food safety training annually. (paragraph 7)

What training must temporary food employees receive?

Temporary food employees, assigned for 30 days or less, must receive 2 hours of initial training and orientation prior to working in a food establishment. (paragraph 7)

What food safety training must bartenders receive if they do not prepare or handle food?

Bartenders who do not prepare or handle food must receive 2 hours of initial food safety training prior to working in a food establishment. (paragraph 7)

Where must food safety training documentation be available?

Documentation of food safety training must be available at each food establishment. (paragraph 4)

What must food safety instructors and persons in charge maintain?

Food safety instructor(s) and person(s) in charge must maintain a current food safety training certification in order to comply with minimum requirements set forth by this instruction. (paragraph 5)

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