How Do I Get Food Safety Training?

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Professionals who have already taken classes in food safety but just need to keep current on the latest food safety guidelines can attend local seminars. Many organizations that govern the food service industry host conferences to update workers on jurisdictional regulations. Topics usually include passing food and health inspections, types of certified food equipment and sanitation practices. Some seminars discuss a particular subject such as food-related illnesses and airborne germs that can contaminate food.

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Some universities offer both undergraduate and advanced degrees in food safety. The programs focus on food safety issues such as proper sanitation, food storage and disposal. Included in the curriculum are courses on workplace food guidelines and agriculture production. Students would take additional classes in science and microbiology for a master's of science in food safety.