Yes, the FMC® Food Managers Certification meets Alaska’s food safety requirements for food establishments, including restaurants, grocery stores, hotels, and bars. However, local health authorities may have additional requirements.

The State of Alaska, per 18 AAC 31.320-325,  requires food establishments that serve or prepare unwrapped / unpackaged foods to have at least one full-time Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) overseeing daily operations. Alaska provides a 45 day grace period for new establisments to hire or replace CFPM food managers.

Per the State of Alaska Division of Health Food Safety and Sanitation Program, "The State accepts certification earned through successful completion of any of the exams listed in the ANSI Conference for Food Protection Accreditation Directory".

Establishments in Anchorage that hold F002 or F003 permits also require CFPM per the Municipality of Anchorage (MOA). To become a certified food manager, individuals must pass a food protection manager certification exam from an ANAB approved provider such as FMC^® Food Managers Certification by EduClasses^®.

Please Note: Alaska recognizes the right of local health departments to impose their own food safety rules. Please check with your local health department for any additional certification and training requirements.

Yes. Alaska follows the FDA Food Code, which requires at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) per food establishment. This applies to restaurants, fast food chains, bars, hotels, and grocery stores.

 You can take the FMC® exam through three proctoring options:

• Prometric Test Center (available in major cities like Anchorage and Fairbanks)
• ProProctor Remote Proctoring (online, from your home or office)
• EduProctor™ On-Site Proctoring (for businesses and training centers)

Anchorage follows Municipality of Anchorage Health Department regulations, requiring at least one Certified Food Manager per food establishment, including BBQ restaurants, fine dining, fast food, and bars.

Yes. The Fairbanks North Star Borough Health Department mandates that all restaurants, grocery stores, and hotels have a Certified Food Manager on staff.

Yes. The City and Borough of Juneau Health Department enforces food safety regulations requiring at least one Certified Food Protection Manager for restaurants, bars, and resorts.

Yes. The Matanuska-Susitna Borough requires Certified Food Managers for all major food establishments, including fast food chains and BBQ restaurants.

Yes. The Ketchikan Gateway Borough Health Department requires grocery stores with prepared food sections, delis, and bakeries to have a Certified Food Manager.

Yes. BBQ establishments must have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager to oversee food safety.

Yes. Fast food restaurants, including McDonald’s, Subway, and local chains, must have a Certified Food Manager to comply with state health regulations.

Yes, bars that serve food must have a Certified Food Protection Manager to comply with food safety laws. Alcohol-only establishments may have different requirements.

Yes. Hotels, resorts, and lodges with food service operations must have at least one Certified Food Manager on duty.

Grocery stores with food prep areas (e.g., hot food sections, delis, bakeries, and seafood counters) must have a Certified Food Manager.

Yes. Theme parks, stadiums, and large event venues serving food must comply with Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) requirements, which include Certified Food Managers.