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What is Food Handler Certificate and Why Does it Matter

Probe It Food Safety

This renewal step guarantees that kitchen workers receive up-to-date safety information, including revised regulations or new health guidelines introduced by provincial or territorial authorities. Alberta : The Alberta Food Regulation mandates at least one certified person on shift for smaller teams.

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The FSSAI has Saved itself from Landing in Soup as it has withdrawn its Controversial Order of Banning the food Businesses Involved in Milk and Milk Products

FMT Magazine

The FSSAI has saved itself from landing in soup as it has withdrawn its controversial order of banning the food businesses involved in milk and milk products’ trade, from using differentiation based on A1 and A2 categorisation. in the name of A1 & A2), stands withdrawn for further consultation and engagement with the stakeholders.”

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Singapore re-opens science lab and holds novel food event

Food Safety News

Singapore has relocated its national reference laboratory for food science and held a roundtable on novel food regulations. The National Centre for Food Science (NCFS) is the scientific arm of the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and the new site was officially opened at the end of October.

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MDH and Everest Brands were found to Contain a Pesticide, Ethylene oxide

FMT Magazine

A spokesperson from the CFS, said, “The CFS collected the above-mentioned samples from three retail outlets in Tsim Sha Tsui respectively for testing under its routine Food Surveillance Programme. According to the Pesticide Residues in Food Regulation (Cap.

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Food safety standards: Is bridging the international divide possible?

Food Safety News

— OPINION — By Julie Chapon, Co-founder and CEO of Yuka Food safety regulations remain a critical concern globally, particularly as consumers become increasingly conscious and concerned about the ingredients present in the products they consume. While the U.S.

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Two new Certificate Courses to be offered at 2024 Food Safety Summit

Food Safety News

NEW – Preventive Controls for Human Foods 2.0 – Kathy Gombas, Senior Advisor, FSMA Solutions and Martin Bucknavage, Senior Food Extension Associate and Team Lead, Industry Food Safety and Quality, Penn State will lead this new 2.5-day HACCP for Food Processing Personnel – This 20-hour class given over 2.5 day course.

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New food safety laws take effect in Texas

Food Safety News

Here is an overview of each bill: SB 577 —Local Food Regulations and the Local Food Regulation Registry SB 577 provides clarity to food establishments and licensing authorities regarding the enforceability of health regulations.