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Browse by All food safety restaurant food service food handler certification covid regulations online training training food safety training Canada food handling food safety courses Learning Management System Online Learning employee training virtual learning business classroom training communication food industry food preparation food safety tips micro-learning microlearning allergens buffet delivery inspection summer BBQ Christmas E. coli LMS Online Food Safety Training cook customer service education engagement food delivery food technology happy holidays health inspection holidays home indigenous lives matter kitchen mask multilingual quality assurance safety salmonella takeout technology turkey virtual classroom wellness AI Proctoring Cybersecurity in Education Data Privacy EColi Food Safety Certification Food Safety Compliance Food Safety Guide Human Proctoring Iqaluit LMS food safety training Nunavut ROI Return on Investment Seasons Greetings Secure Online Exams academic institutions ai approved food handler course apps artificial intelligence automation baking black lives matter camping cancer cancer patient catering complaints corporate training manager country food crisis dog dry storage e-commerce family farmer's market flour food food allergy food borne illness food delivery service food fraud food handler course near me food poisoning food recalls food robots food safety culture food safety training for restaurant chains food safety training for restaurants food service robots food truck food waste foodborne illness foodservice future ghost kitchen gluten guidelines hepatitis a hiking hiring holiday food hospitality hot weather immigrants indigenous infection innovations language language barriers legislation lettuce lunch market brand microwave new canadians nonprofit pathogen detection patio pests produce public health recruitment refrigerated robotics robots rodents safe food scheduling school sensors smart serve social media spring storage thawing thermometer traditional foods vaccinations vaccine values website optimization wellspring This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## [Guidelines for Dry Food Storage](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/guidelines-for-dry-food-storage) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 11-Dec-2018 11:12:00 AM ![Guidelines for Dry Food Storage](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/iStock-694732848_restaurantKitchen-1.webp) One of the first lines of defense in the fight against foodborne illness is your establishment’s storage facilities. Dry food storage is where shelf-stable foods will be stored until they’re ready to be prepared and served to your customers. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/guidelines-for-dry-food-storage) 0 Comments ## [Choosing the right thermometer](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/choosing-the-right-thermometer) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 6-Dec-2018 4:19:00 PM ![Choosing the right thermometer](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/OvenSafeThermometer_iStock-155280203.webp) ## The Complete Guide to Thermometer Food Safety Food thermometers are an essential tool for use in any kitchen, whether it be at a food service establishment or at home. They are critical for use in the preparation of meat and poultry products to ensure that food is not under-cooked and that food products reach safe internal temperatures, reducing the likelihood of foodborne illness, and helping to avoid overcooking and achieve the highest possible food quality. There are many styles and variations of food thermometers, each of which have different uses and limitations. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/choosing-the-right-thermometer) 0 Comments ## [Takeout and Delivery Food Safety](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/takeout-and-delivery-food-safety) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 29-Nov-2018 4:25:00 PM ![Takeout and Delivery Food Safety](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/TakeOutBag_iStock-172389150-small.webp) ## Food Safety for Takeout and Meal Delivery In the age of smartphones, Netflix, and Uber, convenience and speed are qualities that everybody wants, especially when it comes to spending a night in with some delicious food. The rise of convenient and inexpensive food delivery apps has made takeout and home meal delivery apps such as Skip the Dishes even more popular than they were in the past. Many people simply don’t have the time to cook a full meal after a full day of work. In this new age of convenience and speed, it’s unfortunately all too easy to overlook one of the biggest issues plaguing the delivery sector: food safety. Here’s what food service establishments, delivery staff, and consumers need to know in order to make every meal delivery a safe one. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/takeout-and-delivery-food-safety) 0 Comments ## [Can a food handler serve raw meat?](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/can-you-serve-raw-meat) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 29-Oct-2018 4:15:00 PM ![Can a food handler serve raw meat?](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Closeup%20of%20the%20hands%20of%20a%20butcher%20cutting%20slices%20of%20raw%20meat%20off%20a%20large%20loin.jpeg) Can a food handler safely serve raw meat? What do they need to know to ensure safe food handling and preparation? [Public Health Ontario recently conducted a study](https://www.publichealthontario.ca/en/eRepository/Evidence_Brief_Raw_meat.pdf?_cldee=amZhcmJlckB1b2d1ZWxwaC5jYQ%3d%3d&recipientid=contact-c1ee7f1fb2c2e41191f10050569e0009-e8c4ac9a9c294b32ae8266cdf1f52077&esid=b4e4b532-ed68-e811-af60-0050569e0009) on the subject of raw meat dishes, bringing information to light about the consequences of consuming raw meat and the importance of food handler certification. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/can-you-serve-raw-meat) 0 Comments ## [Combat Negative Reviews Online](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/combat-negative-reviews-online) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 25-Oct-2018 4:31:00 PM ![Combat Negative Reviews Online](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/OnlineReview_iStock-879588158.webp) ## How to Combat Negative Online Reviews For Your Foodservice Business Customer feedback can help shape any business and better recognize meet the expectations and needs of customers - this is especially true for foodservice establishments. Earning a negative review can cost you revenue and less your organization’s reputation, making it extremely important for foodservice professionals to take these reviews seriously and find a way to combat them or make them right. Here’s what you need to know about how your restaurant or foodservice business can combat negative reviews online. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/combat-negative-reviews-online) 0 Comments ## [Stepping up food safety at home](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/stepping-up-food-safety-at-home) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 18-Sep-2018 4:33:00 PM ![Stepping up food safety at home](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/HomeCooking_iStock-891629998_small.webp) ## Canadians: You Need to Step Up Your Home Food Safety Game Most Canadians are vigilant and aware of food safety processes when dining out, but multiple studies show that they are not nearly as aware of their own food safety practices in the home.   [A recent poll conducted by the federal government](https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/do-canadians-know-enough-about-food-safety-survey-says-no-1.4032684)  revealed that Canadians are actually becoming less aware of proper food handling and preparation guidelines, as well as the dangers associated with foodborne illnesses. The study revealed that even pregnant women and seniors responded that they do not feel more at risk for developing foodborne illness or food poisoning. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/stepping-up-food-safety-at-home) 0 Comments ## [Don't be a Victim of Food Fraud](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/dont-be-a-victim-of-food-fraud) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 27-Aug-2018 4:35:00 PM ![Don't be a Victim of Food Fraud](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/iStock-1020075474_RealFood_KnowTheSource_small.webp) ## How to Make Sure Your Foodservice Business Isn’t a Victim of Food Fraud Your customers deserve the highest quality food and complete transparency about where that food originated from - this is complicated through widespread incidences of food fraud. Food fraud is the deliberate misrepresentation of food products offered through foodservice establishments and other food sale outlets for monetary gain. Often, many establishments are completely unaware that it has taken place as it can take place at any time in the supply chain. It’s important for foodservice professionals to understand how you can ensure that your business is not a victim of this shady practice in the future. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/dont-be-a-victim-of-food-fraud) 0 Comments ## [Ontario Food Premises Regulations Require Food Handler Safety Training](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/ontario-food-premises-regulations-require-food-safety-training) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 8-Aug-2018 11:29:00 AM ![Ontario Food Premises Regulations Require Food Handler Safety Training](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/iStock-694732848_restaurantKitchen.webp)   If you're a food handler, or restaurant owner, you need to know about changes to food handling regulations in Ontario. Recent regulatory updates highlight the importance of ensuring staff receive the appropriate food handling certification so your food service business stays compliant.    As of July 1, 2018, Ontario food safety regulations changed drastically for food service operators around the province. Food Premises regulations under Ontario’s   [Health Protection and Promotion Act](https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/170493) require restaurant and food service establishment operators to ensure the presence of at least one certified food handler through every shift.   [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/ontario-food-premises-regulations-require-food-safety-training) 0 Comments ## [Food Safety & Weddings: Precautions for Caterers & DIY Weddings](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/food-safety-weddings-precautions-for-caterers-diy-weddings) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 31-Jul-2018 1:10:00 PM ![Food Safety & Weddings: Precautions for Caterers & DIY Weddings](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/CabinWedding_iStock-1002778424_small.webp) The summer wedding season is here. Weddings have a whole host of potential issues - one of the least talked about of which is food safety. DIY weddings are increasing in popularity, with the hosts trying to take on as much responsibility as possible in order to control costs. Whether you’re looking at choosing between a caterer or taking a DIY approach, or you’re a foodservice company working hard in wedding season, here are a few examples to show why you should always keep food safety in mind. [Read More](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/food-safety-weddings-precautions-for-caterers-diy-weddings) 0 Comments ## [Hepatitis A and Foodservice Workers](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/hepatitis-a-and-foodservice-workers) ![Picture of Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hs-fs/hubfs/download.png?width=45&height=45&name=download.png) [Kevin Freeborn](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/en-ca/blog/author/kevin-freeborn) 19-Jun-2018 3:22:00 PM ![Hepatitis A and Foodservice Workers](https://www.foodsafetymarket.com/hubfs/Hep%20A.jpg) Customer exposures to Hepatitis A have seen [a major increase throughout the first half of the year](http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2018/04/more-restaurant-workers-with-hepatitis-a-vaccinations-urged/#.Ww1YMUgvzIV), with cases appearing in the US in Arkansas, Indiana, and [California](http://www.foodsafetynews.com/2018/01/food-service-workers-should-be-vaccinated-against-hepatitis-a/#.Ww1YWUgvzIU) as well as other states, resulting in a multi-state outbreak of around 1,200 patients which led to the deaths of at least 40 people. Governing bodies are urging all North American food service workers to ensure that they are vaccinated against the easily transmittable Hepatitis A virus - especially in communities near the infected areas or workers who travel often. Here’s what food service workers and restaurant owners need to know about the relationship between Hepatitis A and the food service industry. 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