Indiana Food Protection Manager Certification
The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) requires each retail food establishment to have one certified food protection manager on staff. Managers in Indiana must pass a certification exam from an approved provider every five years.
Trust20’s certification exam is approved by the IDOH.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) requires every retail foodservice establishment that handles raw animal protein to employ at least one certified food protection manager (CFPM).
Trust20 is an approved provider of CFPM certification in Indiana. We are listed on their list of approved providers as Relish Works, Inc. (DBA: Trust20).
No, the CFPM of a retail food establishment in Indiana does not need to be present during all hours of operation. However, there must be a designated “person-in-charge” present who can identify and take corrective action to eliminate high-risk practices that may result in foodborne illnesses.
Retail Food Safety Program: Review guidance from the IDOH on how to start a retail food business, as well as the documentation covering retail food laws, rules, and guidelines.
Person-in-Charge: Describes the responsibilities of the person-in-charge at a retail food establishment in Indiana.
Indiana Interim Retail Food Code: Look over the changes proposed to the Indiana Food Code in 2024 and determine how they will impact your establishment, business, and staff.
Trust20 offers CFPM candidates a discount on our Food Manager Training to help support their career growth. Additional training helps to solidify key food safety principles and strengthens manager’s decision-making skills. Learn more about Trust20’s Food Manager Training.
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Trust20's online, remote-proctored Certified Food Protection Manager exam is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and Conference for Food Protection (CFP). This exam meets the requirements for food manager certification in most states, but please confirm your local requirements with the health department.