Food Safety Training
Food safety training is for individuals who handle and work with food regularly, like those in the food service industry. The Food Premises Regulations (Section 24) require that the license holder and at least one individual be present during operating hours with valid food safety training. It is recommended that all individuals working in a food premises complete food safety training.
Training must be renewed every five years.
License holders are responsible for ensuring that employees have certification from a course recognized by Environmental Health. Environmental Health Officers will request proof of valid food safety training during inspections of food premises.
Evidence of food safety training (e.g., certificate) must be posted in the food premises in a location where it can easily be checked by an Environmental Health Officer.
Register for a Food Safety Training Course
You can register for a course offered by Environmental Health at Register for a Food Safety Course.
For a current list of other food safety training programs (in-person or online) accepted by Environmental Health, visit Approved Food Safety Training Programs.
Food Safety Training for Volunteers
Food safety training is offered specifically for volunteers from non-profit organizations and service clubs. This required food safety seminar is a free three-hour presentation on proper food handling, preparation, and service practices.
This training is only recognized for volunteer activities and is not accepted as proof of training in a food premises that is not considered “non-profit”.
View the course schedule at Volunteer Food Safety presentations