DSHS-Approved Online Food Handlers Training
Texas Food Handlers Training
$10.95
1 year of access
Introduction
Welcome
Course Navigation
Course Details
Module One: Food Safety
Module One Overview
What is a Food-borne Illness?
What is a Foodborne Illness Outbreak?
Why Food Safety is Important?
Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Foods
What are Ready-to-Eat Foods?
Hazards Associated with Foodborne Illness
Biological Hazards
Understanding Mold Risks
Chemical Hazards
Physical Hazards
Foodborne Illness Risk Factors
What is an Approved Source?
Dangers of Inadequate Cooking
Risks of Improper Holding
Dangers of Contaminated Equipment
Why Good Personal Hygiene Matters
Module One Review
Module One Quiz
Module Two: Good Personal Hygiene
Module Two Overview
How and When to Wash Hands
Using Hand Antiseptic
Required Supplies at the Handwashing Sink
Where to Wash Your Hands
Using Gloves Correctly
Hands and Nails: Keeping Them Clean
What to Wear: Clothing, Aprons, and Jewelry
Eating, Drinking, Smoking, and Using Tobacco
No Animals in Food Areas
Service Animals and Food Safety
Hair Restraints: Why They Matter
What If You Are Sick?
Reportable Symptoms: What to Watch For
Reporting Illness and Symptoms
Reportable Illnesses: The Big 6
What is an Exclusion?
What is a Restriction?
Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
Requirements for Bare Hand Contact
Special Rules for Highly Susceptible Populations
Risks of Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Foods
Module Two Review
Module Two Quiz
Module Three: Controlling Time and Temperature/Requirements
Module Three Overview
Why Controlling Time and Temperature Matters
What Are Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Foods?
Understanding the Temperature Danger Zone
Thermometer Use and Calibration
Safe Food Receiving Practices
Storing Food Safely
Cold Holding: Keeping Food Safe
Date Marking: Tracking Food Safety
First In, First Out (FIFO)
Safe Thawing Procedures
Safe Food Preparation (Prepping Procedures)
Controlling Time and Temperature During Cooking
Minimum Cooking Temperatures
Cooking in the Microwave
Hot Holding: Keeping Food Hot and Safe
Cooling Food Safely
Safe Reheating Practices
Module Three Review
Module Three Quiz
Module Four: Preventing Cross Contamination
Module Four Overview
Preventing Cross-Contamination During Storage
Preventing Cross-Contamination During Prepping
Preventing Cross-Contamination During Self-Service
Preventing Cross-Contamination During Serving
Storing Utensils and Equipment Properly
Storing Toxic Items Safely
Food Allergens: What You Must Know
Module Four Review
Module Four Quiz
Module Five: Cleaning and Sanitizing
Module Five Overview
Cleaning vs. Sanitizing: What’s the Difference?
How to Clean and Sanitize Properly
Cleaning in Place (CIP)
When to Clean and Sanitize
Types of Sanitizers
Sanitizer Testing Supplies
Following Manufacturer Recommendations
Setting Up the 3-Compartment Sink
Using the 3-Compartment Sink Properly
Using the Dishwasher Properly
Maintaining the Dishwasher
Pest Control in Foodservice
Module Five Review
Module Five Quiz
Final Exam
Final Exam