Food Safety Awareness Training (Ontario)

5.00 (11 Ratings)

Course Overview

This course equips food handlers and supervisors with practical, day-to-day food safety practices aligned to Ontario’s Food Premises Regulation (O. Reg. 493/17). Learners will understand the temperature danger zone, safe cooling/reheating/thawing, cleaning and sanitizing, mechanical and manual dishwashing, allergen awareness, recordkeeping, recalls, and inspector interaction. The course blends concise slides with clear voiceover prompts and short knowledge checks. It is suitable for restaurants, caterers, retail food, institutional kitchens, and small businesses.

Course Topics

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1 Identify the temperature danger zone and apply time/temperature controls.
2 Apply safe methods for cooling, reheating, and thawing foods.
3 Distinguish cleaning vs. sanitizing and implement approved methods and concentrations.
4 Choose the correct dishwashing method (manual/mechanical) and verify effectiveness.
5 Prevent cross-contamination and manage allergen risks.
6 Maintain essential records, respond to recalls, and interact professionally with inspectors.

Course Details

Duration

45 minutes (self-paced)

Self-paced online

Pass Mark

Minimum passing grade: 80%

Minimum passing grade

Certificate

Available after you pass.

Course Reviews

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BP
3 weeks ago
great
S
6 months ago
Great Course
1 year ago
I like the pace of the courses you offer. Calm, smooth and consistent.
1 year ago
Yes, this course was a good match for me. It helped me build a strong foundation and enhanced my understanding of key concepts. The content was well-structured, easy to follow, and aligned with my learning goals.
David Chaaban
1 year ago
nice
1 year ago
Well explained
1 year ago
Helpful reminders for everyday safety
1 year ago
Great course. Learned something new
1 year ago
The instructor explained everything in simple terms, which made even complex topics easy to understand.
1 year ago
Excellent course! Simple language, useful knowledge, and a logical flow that made learning effortless.
1 year ago
Best Course
Please Note : This is a preparatory resource for Ontario Food Handler Certification. It is not a substitute for Ministry-recognized certification.
Food Safety Awareness Training (Ontario)
5.00 (11 Ratings)

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Level

intermediate

Total Enrolled

127

Last Updated

September 15, 2026

Validity

Maintenance-Based

Certificate

Available after you pass.

Requirements

  • Preparatory resource for Ontario Food Handler Certification. Not a substitute for Ministry-recognized certification.

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