Food Manager Certification Class

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Washington County, is offering a professional food manager certification training course. This program will be offered for $125 June 1-2 in Brenham. Cost includes training, materials, and a national food manager certification examination. The food manager's certification will be valid for five years. Deadline to register is May 18. This program is designed to not only prepare foodservice managers to pass the certification examination; it will provide valuable education regarding the safe handling of food. By attending the course, foodservice managers will learn about: * identifying potentially hazardous foods and common errors in food handling * preventing contamination and cross-contamination of food * teaching and encouraging personal hygiene for employees * complying with government regulations * maintaining clean utensils, equipment and surroundings * controlling pests Foodborne illnesses can be prevented by following simple food safety practices. For more information about the Professional Food Manager Certification Training course of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, called "Food Safety: It's Our Business" call Tanya McGonagill at 979-277-6212 or Sally Garett at 979-968-5831.