It’s easy to assume that everyone inside and outside of the food service industry knows how to wash their hands. However, there’s more to standard handwashing than meets the eye. How long should you wash your hands? What is the correct order of steps for handwashing? These questions and others are just a few of…
Having an in-depth understanding of foodborne pathogens is critical for everyday people, but even more so for food handlers who serve and sell food to the public. Not understanding how food pathogens work may put people at risk of uncomfortable and even life-threatening illnesses. While you can learn a great deal about food pathogens in…
One of the many things you will learn during the education process to earn your Texas food handlers’ license is safe cooking temperatures. You will quickly discover that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to food temperature control because each food group is different. Whether you need a refresher or you’re about to…
One of the essential principles of food safety in the foodservice industry is temperature control. By controlling the temperature of all food you will be preparing and serving to customers, you’re ensuring that it’s safe for consumption. Failure to monitor food temperatures closely can result in foodborne illness outbreaks that lead to fines, lawsuits, and…
It is a legal requirement for all people working in the food industry to have their food handlers permit. However, you can get a job in the food industry without it, as long as you receive it within 60 days of employment. In the meantime, how are you supposed to make sure you keep your…
One of the most commonly asked questions among food handlers studying to receive their food handlers certificate in Texas is, ‘what cannot be used to dry utensils?’ It’s strange, isn’t it? You wash and dry your dishes at home with relative ease, but now you’ve got to learn about the ins and outs of appropriate…
Every year, 48 million people in the United States are struck down by food poisoning. Out of those millions, at least three thousand will lose their lives as a result. Food safety is no laughing matter, which is why it’s imperative to educate yourself on the basic principles of cross-contamination so you can be in…
A significant part of keeping you and your customers safe is understanding the importance of food safety. From taking temperature control seriously to managing your personal hygiene, there’s a lot to think about. Although, one thing you may not have considered before is the risk of the food itself. When not stored or cooked correctly,…
Foodservice business owners have long understood the importance of safe food handling practices in their line of work. With temperature control, sanitation, and personal hygiene, they can limit the risk of foodborne illnesses. That’s why every café, bar, and restaurant owner in Texas makes sure their staff members have a food handlers card. With one…
