Due to higher water temperatures at the turn of the season into Autumn, levels of domoic acid, a toxin produced by marine algae, are above safe consumption levels on the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Fish and Wildlife has announced closures Read More …
Category: Food Handler News
Trump Campaign Retracted Food Safety Deregulation Proposal
The first presidential debate of the year starts tonight at 9PM Eastern Time on all major networks as well as online for live streaming. Tune in to watch Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton with moderator Lester Holt. Earlier this month, Read More …
REMINDER: New Texas Food Handler’s Card Requirements in September 2016
The Texas Department of State Health Services passed new regulations for Texas Food Handler’s Card Certification, also commonly referred Food Handler’s Permit, as back in October 2015. They came into effect on September 01, 2016 that requires all food service Read More …
Multiple States Affected by Food Cross Contamination by Sager Creek Foods
15,000 cases of canned vegetables are being recalled by Sager Creek Foods, Inc. which is owned by Del Monte Foods, Inc. This shipment was reported to have minute amounts of shellfish contamination. There is no risk of illness to customers Read More …
Chipotle Food Poisoning Aftermath Requires Food Safety Training
In the wake of E. coli cases where patrons of Chipotle, a popular Mexican fast casual restaurant, became sickened in multiple states, the company is taking measures to rebuild its brand and ensuring food handlers follow safe food handling practices. During Read More …
Job Growth for Chefs and Cooks Projected to be Strong
Chefs and cooks are typically the main food handlers in food establishments. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for this occupation is projected to be faster than average among other fields in the coming years. In fact, from Read More …