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Food Handler Certification

Government Issued Photo ID Required



MTEC is an authorized contractor to deliver Manitoba Health's approved Food Handlers Certification Program, as well to administer and score the exams.



Exams will be processed and certificates mailed out within one week of completing the exam.



Who Should Attend?




  • All owners, managers and supervisors of food service establishments.

  • All food service personnel who are responsible for the receiving, preparing and serving of food.



Note: 




  • In accordance with the city of Winnipeg Food Service Bylaw: No person shall operate a food service establishment unless the person in charge has successfully completed the Certified Food Handler program.

  • Food Service Establishments with less than 5 Food Handlers must have a person on staff that has successfully completed the Certified Food Handler Training program.

  • Food Service Establishments with more than 5 Food Handlers working at any one time must have a person who has successfully completed the Certified Food Handler Training program ON DUTY at all times.



Course Outline



Microbiology




  • Basic introduction to food microbiology



Foodborne Illness




  • Common foodborne illnesses, their causes and preventative measures



Health and Hygiene




  • Proper personal hygienic practices and good health



Serving and Dispensing




  • Proper techniques for food service and display



Food Protection




  • Safe food preparation and handling procedures



Receiving and Storage




  • Factors involved in receiving and storing food



Cleaning and Sanitizing




  • Correct dishwashing facilities, techniques, approved sanitizers and proper utensil storage



Coffee and tea are provided, please feel free to bring a lunch. We have a fridge and microwave for students. There are also restaurants within walking distance.



Challenge The Exam: $40.00 plus GST

Exams are available in French, Arabic, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Korean, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese.



*For Challenge Exams, please arrive by 2:00pm (afternoon session) or 7:00pm (evening session) ready to write the exam.



Government issued Photo ID required when challenging the exam.



Please note: We require 3 business days notice of cancellation in order to refund or reschedule.

For more information please contact 204-957-7437 or Register below.



 


Upcoming Training Dates

  • Saturday, May 25, 2024
    Food Handler Certification - View Details
  • Thursday, May 30, 2024
    Food Handler Certification - View Details
  • Monday, June 10, 2024
    Food Handler Certification - View Details
  • Wednesday, June 19, 2024
    Food Handler Certification  (Evening) - View Details
  • Saturday, June 22, 2024
    Food Handler Certification - View Details

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