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Food Safety Courses - Province of British Columbia Under the Food Premises Regulation, every operator of a food service establishment, and at least one employee in the absence of the operator, must hold a FOODSAFE Level 1 certificate, or a certificate from a course recognized as equivalent to FOODSAFE Level 1
BC Food Safety Laws Requirements (2026 Guide) A FOODSAFE Level 1 certificate issued anywhere in BC is valid across the entire province You do not need separate certifications for separate health authorities
Food Handler Approval - British Columbia (BC) | Worksite Safety All food safety certifications (whether BC FOODSAFE Level 1 or other types) are valid for a maximum of 5 years from the date of issue or the expiry date indicated on the certificate (if within 5 years)
Did Your Food Safe Expire? - Surrey BC | RupIELTS Blog Now, all Food Safe Level 1 certificates in British Columbia expire 5 years from the date of issue This aligns BC with other provinces and ensures food handlers are up to date on new viruses and safety protocols