
Education is Key
At FoodHandler, we recognize the importance of food safety education. That’s why we offer comprehensive training — to help you arm your staff with the knowledge they need to make safe, smart decisions on a daily basis. Our courses are designed to effectively teach your staff how to prevent foodborne illness in a format that is easy to understand for them, and cost-effective for you.
SafeBites® from FoodHandler features some of the most notable experts in the foodservice industry. Each expert provides a wealth of knowledge and experience to help foodservice operators tackle their food safety challenges. To learn more about these experts, please click on the Webinar Presenters button below.
2026 FOOD SAFETY WEBINAR SERIES
| WEBINAR TOPIC | DATE | WATCH |
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GLOVES IN FOODSERVICE: NEW STANDARDS, MATERIALS, AND BEST PRACTICES An in-depth overview of current glove requirements in foodservice operations, covering updated regulations, approved materials, and proper glove use procedures. Participants will learn when gloves are required, how to |
JANUARY 2026 | Coming Soon |
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REDUCING FOODBORNE ILLNESS THROUGH BETTER HAND HYGIENE PROGRAMS The critical role hand hygiene plays in preventing foodborne illness and protecting public health is explored alongside evidence-based strategies to improve handwashing compliance in foodservice operations. Participants will learn practical training, monitoring, and workplace habits that reduce contamination risks and support a |
March 2026 | COMING SOON |
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2025 YEAR IN REVIEW A comprehensive review of key food safety developments from 2025, including major headlines, regulatory updates, notable outbreaks, and enforcement trends impacting the foodservice industry. Participants will gain practical, |
April 2026 | COMING SOON |
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FOOD SAFETY FOR SCHOOLS, UNIVERSITIES, AND INSTITUTIONAL KITCHENS Food safety challenges unique to educational and institutional foodservice programs—such as schools, universities, and healthcare facilities—are examined, including high-volume production, diverse populations, special dietary needs, and strict regulatory requirements. Participants will gain practical strategies to maintain safe food handling practices, prevent cross-contamination, ensure compliance across multiple service areas, and protect vulnerable populations. |
September 2026 |
COMING SOON |
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TRAINING YOUR TEAM ON A BUDGET – LOW-COST, HIGH-IMPACT STRATEGIES Practical, budget-friendly approaches to training foodservice teams are explored while maintaining strong food safety standards. Participants will learn how to reinforce safe food handling practices using low-cost tools, on-the-job training techniques, and existing resources to support compliance, reduce risk, and build a sustainable food safety culture without added time or expense. |
November 2026 | COMING SOON |
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HOW TO BUILD A CULTURE OF FOOD SAFETY & REPORTING THROUGH EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES THAT WORK Effective employee health policies and their role in supporting food safety, encouraging illness reporting, and reducing the risk of foodborne illness outbreaks are examined. Participants will learn how training, leadership involvement, and clear communication help create clear, consistently enforced policies that build trust, accountability, and a proactive food safety culture. |
December 2026 | COMING SOON |
2025 FOOD SAFETY WEBINAR SERIES
| WEBINAR TOPIC | DATE | WATCH |
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| Gloves 101 – Risk Nothing | March 2025 | WATCH NOW |
| Controlling Cross-Contamination: Best Practices For Deli and Foodservice Operations | May 2025 | WATCH NOW |
| Leveraging Technology for Better Food Safety Compliance and Monitoring | September 2025 | WATCH NOW |
| Effective Crisis Communication During Food Safety Incidents | December 2025 |
** 2025 Webinar Certificates expire December 31st, 2027 **
All webinar presentations are available in PDF and PPT format. If you would like to receive a presentation, please email us at foodsafety@foodhander.com with your name, title, company or organization as well as the intended use.
To receive continuing education certificates, participants must view the full webinar recording. You must enroll for each webinar using the “ENROLL” button prior to completion in order to print out the certificate immediately.
Once the webinar is complete, check the box next to the webinar name. A new screen will load, click download certificate.
FOOD SAFETY WEBINARS ARE APPROVED BY THE CERTIFYING BOARD FOR DIETARY MANAGERS FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION (CE) HOURS
The Certifying Board for Dietary Managers is the credentialing agency of the Association of Nutrition & Food-service Professionals. Select Presentations are also approved for CE Hours by the School Nutrition Association (SNA).
All webinars are CBDM and SNA pre-approved for one Continuing Education Unit (CEU).
2026 REQUIRED ANNUAL TRAINING HOURS
FOR FOOD SERVICE PROFESSIONALS
| USDA PROFESSION STANDARDS OF | REQUIRED ANNUAL TRAINING HOURS |
| School Year | 2024-2025 |
| Directors | At least 12 hours |
| Mangers | At least 10 hours |
| Staff Members | At least 6 hours |
| Part-Time Staff Members (<20 hours/week) | At least 4 hours |
*NOTE For any mid-year hired (after January 1), an employee must only complete half of the above-required training hours. Annual requirements apply to the 12-month cycle between July 1 and June 30.
- Any excess training hours from a school year can be used to meet either the previous or the following year’s requirements.
- All directors, regardless of date of hire, are required to complete eight hours of food safety training every five years.









