Connecticut Public Health Code §19-13-B42 requires every Class II, III, and IV food establishment in Hartford to employ a Qualified Food Operator certified through an ANSI-accredited program such as ServSafe.
Connecticut requires Class II, III, and IV food establishments to designate a Qualified Food Operator (QFO) under CT Public Health Code §19-13-B42. The QFO must hold a current certificate from an ANSI-CFP accredited program (ServSafe, Prometric, NRFSP, or 360training) renewed every five years. At least one QFO must be available during all hours of operation. Hartford Health Department checks certification during routine inspections. Class I establishments (limited prep, prepackaged) are exempt. Connecticut does not require individual food handler cards for line staff, distinguishing it from California or Illinois rules.
Operating without a current QFO certificate triggers a critical violation, reinspection fees, and possible permit suspension until compliance is restored.
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