Program: Food Handler Certification
Organization: Southwestern Public Health - St Thomas Site
Environmental Health
Phone Numbers: 519-631-9900
Toll-Free: 1-800-922-0096
After Hours: Emergencies Only: 1-800-922-0096
Fax: 519-631-1682
Email: environmentalhealth@swpublichealth.ca
Website: www.swpublichealth.ca/en/classes-clinics-and-services/food-handler-certification.aspx
Address:
1230 Talbot St
St Thomas, ON
N5P 1G9
Intersection: Centennial Ave and Talbot St
Location: St Thomas (Elgin Mall)
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Emergency On-Call Services: Daily 24 hours
Dates: Excluding holidays
Service Description: One or two-day courses provided throughout the year and exam challenges * certification is valid for five years and accepted across Ontario

Topics include:
  • applicable public health laws
  • microbiology - food borne illness
  • personal hygiene - serving and dispensing food
  • food protection and preparation
  • receiving and storing food safely
  • cross contamination

Registration and class information found online


Fees: Set fee * see website for details
Application: No referral required * registration forms are available at the Health Unit or online
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Recommended to anyone working in the food industry
Languages: English
Language Note: Exam available in French and Chinese * contact for any accommodation
Area(s) Served: St Thomas and Elgin County
See Also: Food Safety
Last Updated: 7/8/2024
Service Record URL: http://thehealthline.ca/displayService.aspx?id=15517

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