Key Points for Food Handling

Food Handlers across the country should continue to follow established food safety protocols and best practices. None of these sound food safety practices have changed due to COVID-19, actually they have become even more important.

When preparing foods all food handlers should follow the 4 key steps to food safety: As recomended by the FDA — Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill.
Wash, rinse, sanitize, and air dry food contact surfaces small-wares, utensils, food preparation surfaces, and beverage equipment after use.
Frequently sanitize and disinfect high contact surfaces such as door push plates, walk-in door handles, equipment handles, check-out counters, and grocery cart handles, drive-thru windows,
Prepare and use sanitizers according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Food Handles should keep food out of the danger zone (between 41°F and 135°F)

Danger zone picture

Cooked foods should reach the proper internal cooking temperatures prior to service or cooling.

Food Handlers should follow proper cooling procedures.
- Cut items down to smaller pieces
- Put is shallow pans
- Use ice bath or ice paddles
- If you have a blast chiller use that
Proper Food Handling Training and Food Handler Certifications for food employees with new or additional duties.
Continue to use sanitizers and disinfectants for their designed purposes.
Verify that your washing machines are operating at the required wash and rinse temperatures and with the appropriate detergents and sanitizers PPM levels are being met.

Food Handling Card - Courses

More detailed information about food safety can be found at FoodSafety.Gov and at the FDA US Food and Drug Administration website.

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Austin Texas Food Handler Cards only $7

Texas Department of State Health Services 1100 W 49th St Austin, TX 78756

Ohio Department of Health 246 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio 43215 614-644-7416

Arizona Department of Health Services 150 North 18th Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85007

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ACE Food Handler's food handlers card training and test uses the latest instructional design techniques to help you retain food safety concepts so you are ready to work.

The description below applies to most of our food handlers card training course, however due to the varying array of requirements across the nation, your course might be a little different. Find your state county and city above to learn more about food handler training for your area.

Format: Online
Compatible Devices: Phones, tablets, laptops, desktops
Teaching Methods: Videos, audio, text slides, interactive activities
Available Languages: English and some courses are available in Spanish
Choose your language after purchase.
Length: Approximately 90 minutes

Approval
ACE Food Handler’s food handlers card course is approved by numerous state, county, and city health departments and/or regulatory agencies nationwide. ACE Food Handler holds the ANSI Certificate Program Accreditation (ASTM e2659-2015) Accreditation ID 1234.

Purpose
The purpose of the food handlers card training and test is to prepare food handlers to enter the workforce by providing the required food safety information as specified by regulations of the workers’ state, county, or city government.

Scope
This food handler training and test will prepare you to become a responsible food handler, with the added responsibility of protecting the health of the general public and all the customers you serve.

Food Handler Course Content:

Food Safety Definitions
Food Safety Behaviors
Approved Reputable Suppliers
Proper Holding and Cooking Temperatures
Consumer Advisories
Food Safety Illnesses and Hygiene
Food Safety Cross Contamination
Proper Thawing and Cooling Techniques
Wash-Rinse-Sanitize
Food Handlers and Pest Control

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a food handlers card?

A food handlers card (also commonly referred to as a certificate, card, or permit) is used as documentation to prove to employers and/or health departments that you have completed a food safety course that is approved and/or recognized by your city, coutny, or state Health Authority. It is valid for 2 to 4 years depending on your local government requirments.

When do I need to get my food handlers card?

This varies by employeers and city, county, and state governements. It is best to ask your employer (current or future) or Local Health Authority about when you will need to aquire your food handler card based on your employement date.

Is this food handler training and test valid in my area?

ACE Food Handler works with numberjous health departments and regulatory agencies across the country. ACE Food Handler’s food handlers card courses are created to meet the requirements of specific city, coutny, and state requirements. If you have questions about your city, county or state requirements please call your employer (current or future) and/or you Local Health Authority.

What do I get when I finish this course?

A food handlers card, permit, or certificate for your area. You will be able to print or download your food handler certificate after you have received a passing score on the final exam. You will also be emailed a PDF a copy of your certificate to the email address you provided so please check your inbox and/or spam box also.

How long is my food handlers card valid for?

Your ACE Food Handler Card is valid for 2 to 4 years depending on your local government requirments.

How do I renew my food handlers card?

If your food handlers card, certicate, or permit has expired, you will need to purchase a new course for your state and retake your states food handler training and test to get our new card. Click here to find your State.

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Renew Certificate

If your food handlers card, certificate, or permit has expired, you will need to purchase a new course for your state and retake your states food handler training and test to get your new card. Click here to find your State

Reprint Certificate

If you need to reprint your current card, login and go to the Start My Course. From there, you can click on the name of your Certificate under the heading "My Certificates" on the right hand side of the screen and print or download your food handler or alcohol seller/server card or certificate for free.

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Some Sates require an additional official documentation from your Local Health Department or Alcohol Control Board. If you have lost the card you received from your state, county, Local Health Department, or State Alcohol Control Board you will need to call that specific department to obtain a new card, permit, or certificate.

If you need to track your employees or restaurants food handler certifications we offer: