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ACSGP Food Handler

The ACSGP Food Handler Course, accredited by the National Restaurant Association, provides entry-level food service workers with essential food safety training, aligned with FDA and ANSI standards. This program covers basic food handling, sanitation, and allergen …

1 day ACS-GP Certificate
ACSGP Food Handler

Overview

About this course

The ACSGP Food Handler Course, accredited by the National Restaurant Association, provides entry-level food service workers with essential food safety training, aligned with FDA and ANSI standards. This program covers basic food handling, sanitation, and allergen awareness. Through theoretical instruction, interactive activities, and practical exercises, participants will gain the skills to prevent foodborne illnesses, ensure workplace compliance, and achieve ACSGP Food Handler certification.

What You'll Learn

Course objectives

  • Understand FDA and ANSI standards for basic food safety in food service.
  • Identify foodborne illness risks, such as improper handling and contamination.
  • Learn safe food handling practices, including personal hygiene and temperature control.
  • Develop skills to maintain clean and sanitary food preparation areas.
  • Explore allergen awareness and safe practices for allergen management.
  • Gain knowledge of basic HACCP principles for food safety.
  • Understand the importance of food safety training and teamwork.
  • Learn to recognize and report food safety issues in the workplace.

On Completion

Learning outcomes

  • Participants will demonstrate compliance with FDA and ANSI food safety standards.
  • Learners will identify and prevent foodborne illness risks effectively.
  • Attendees will apply safe food handling and hygiene practices.
  • Graduates will maintain sanitary food preparation environments.
  • Participants will manage allergens safely in food service settings.
  • Learners will recognize and report food safety issues promptly.
  • Attendees will contribute to a food safety culture through teamwork.

How You're Assessed

Assessment

A 30-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam.

Your Credential

Certification

ACSGP Food Handler Certificate upon successful completion.

Delivered under the American Certification Services – Global Program (ACS-GP).

Questions

Frequently asked

How long does the ACSGP Food Handler take?
The course duration is 1 day. Delivery is scheduled with your training advisor to suit your team.
What certificate will I receive?
ACSGP Food Handler Certificate upon successful completion.
How is the course assessed?
A 30-minute multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam.
How do I book this course?
Contact ACS-GP and our advisors will schedule the training and align it with your compliance goals.

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