Food Handler Certificate (LBS)
Learn to manage food safely
Get a free food handler’s certificate recognized by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC).
For workers and managers
Learn what you need to know about handling food as a worker. If you manage or own a business, you will benefit from learning about HACCP and how it affects your workplace.
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Give yourself an advantage
Work in the restaurant, healthcare, childcare, and service industries, and more. If you are in a job that involves handling food, you need a food handler certificate.
Get in-depth knowledge in addition to your certificate
Use your time to learn, study, and ask your teacher questions. Plus, you get to test your knowledge as you progress.
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Learn 16 topics in detail
- Introduction
- The Importance of Food Safety
- Regulations
- Biological Hazards
- Chemical, Physical and Allergen Hazards
- Personal Hygiene
- The Thermometer
- An Introduction to the Flow of Food
- Purchasing and Receiving
- Storage
- Food Preparation
- Service
- Food Safety Programs
- Facilities and Equipment
- Cleaning and Sanitization
- Pest Control
- Certification Exam
Cost
Date, time, and location
Next sessions start in fall and winter of 2024. To get alerts about new start dates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.
- Runs for six weeks
- On Mondays and Tuesdays
- From 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Delivered in-person at 815 Danforth Avenue
Eligibility
You can take part if you:
- have a Social Insurance Number (SIN)
- are 18 or older
- have grade 12 or less
Contact us
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