Who needs a certified food protection manager and food handler safety training cards in Nevada?

Issued by Your health district, under the state food code (NAC Chapter 446) and the district’s regulations, at step 4 of 6 in the opening sequence: get the permits for your kind of business.

9 of the 20 kinds of business in Nevada

At least one certified food protection manager holding an ANAB-accredited certificate for the establishment, and in Clark County every food handler also carries a health district food handler safety training card earned with an in-person test (a manager’s certificate counts in place of the card). Washoe County asks for the manager certificate as well. Keep the cards on site for the inspector.

Checked Oct 21, 2026 against the agency’s page.

Step 4 of 6: Get the permits for your kind of business

  1. Set up the business
  2. Register for tax
  3. Approve the space
  4. Get the permits for your kind of business
  5. Alcohol permits
  6. Before the first hire

Issued by Your health district, under the state food code (NAC Chapter 446) and the district’s regulations.

Sources and dates

Southern Nevada Health District food handler and certified food safety manager FAQ; 2023 SNHD Food Regulations; Northern Nevada Public Health food regulations. Checked against the agency’s page on the date shown; cities add their own fees.

Questions about opening here.