FDA MODEL FOOD CODE
The CT General Assembly passed a bill that will make the FDA Model Food Code Connecticut’s food code beginning July 1, 2018. This new law will result in a variety of changes for the food establishments in CT and the local health departments that regulate them.
Some of these changes began as early as October 1, 2017. The Eastern Highlands Health Districts Food Protection Program is committed to working with you throughout the transition process.
Communications to Food Service Establishments
August 23, 2017 - A letter from the Director of Health to all local owner operators in regards to the upcoming changes to the food code.
September 25, 2017 - A letter from the Director of Health to all local owner operators in regards to changes that take effect October 1, 2017
February 4, 2019 A letter from the Director of Health regarding an update of the Adoption of the FDA Food Code
March 2, 2023 A letter from the Director of Health regarding an Important FDA Food Code Update
FDA Food Code
You can read the updated 2022 FDA Model Food code on the FDA site.
Click to see the CT Department of Public Health "draft" side by side comparison of the changes to restaurant classification with examples of establishments utilizing the new classification system.
A list of preliminary changes to the food code is available by clicking here.
Information on Certified Food Protection Manager Testing Organizations.
Approved organizations for Certified Food Protection Manager certification
Connecticut Restaurant Association ServSafe Program Schedule
HRFoodSafe ServSafe Training
Additional Information
Food Establishment Inspection Form
Food Establishment Inspection Form - Continuation Sheet