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Environmental Health FAQs
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Environmental Health FAQs
All food service workers in Oregon must obtain food handler's certification within 30 days of the date of hire (OAR 333-175). To get certified, you must pass the food handler's test, available both online and at our office.
Cost
$10 (cash or credit card)
Preparing for Your Test
Before taking the test, download the food handler manual, or pick up one from our office, and study it carefully.
Taking the Test
Online
Requires an email address and credit card. Upon completing the test, you may print your food handler card directly from the website. Take the test.
In Person
Call our office to schedule an appointment. Bring a photo ID and the $10 fee (cash or credit card). Tests are available in multiple languages. Allow 20 - 40 minutes for the test.
If you took the test in our office and need a replacement card, the fee is $5.
Locations
Lincoln County Environmental Health
36 SW Nye Street
Newport, OR 97365Phone:541-265-4127 (leave a message); Call ahead of time to schedule a test.
Testing hours: Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.