Richland County Hosts ServSafe Food Safety Manager Course

8-hour certification program to be held at Dawson County Courthouse on March 13

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Richland County Health Department is offering an 8-hour Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) ServSafe course on March 13 at the Dawson County Courthouse in Glendive. The course, taught by former Registered Sanitarian Kevin Pena, costs $160 and includes a textbook and exam. Registration is limited to 35 people and the deadline to sign up is February 13.

Why it matters

Food safety training and certification is critical for food service workers to ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of food to prevent foodborne illnesses. This course provides an opportunity for local food service professionals to obtain their CFPM certification, which is required by many jurisdictions for managers and supervisors in the industry.

The details

The ServSafe course will cover a range of food safety topics including personal hygiene, time and temperature control, preventing cross-contamination, and cleaning and sanitizing. Participants who successfully complete the course and exam will receive their CFPM certification, which is valid for 5 years. Lunch is not provided, but snacks and beverages will be available.

  • The ServSafe course will be held on March 13, 2026.
  • The registration deadline for the course is February 13, 2026.

The players

Kevin Pena

Former Registered Sanitarian who will be teaching the ServSafe course.

Richland County Health Department

The local health department organizing and hosting the ServSafe certification program.

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What they’re saying

“Food safety training and certification is critical for food service workers to ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of food to prevent foodborne illnesses.”

— Kevin Pena, Former Registered Sanitarian (roundupweb.com)

What’s next

Interested participants must register and pay the $160 course fee by February 13, 2026 to secure their spot in the class.

The takeaway

This ServSafe certification course provides an important opportunity for local food service professionals in Richland County to obtain the required food safety manager certification and ensure they are properly trained to handle food in a safe and sanitary manner.