Food Handlers Permit by Jianna Brown

Food Handlers Permit by Jianna Brown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r Jianna Brown, Regina Wynter, Jamilia Morgan en-us 2019-03-25 01:26:42 UTC 2019-04-01 14:09:08 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Pizza.png What is a Food Handler’s Permit jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005043 Food Handler’s Permit, often referred to as an Employee Health Permit, ensures that your staff has completed a food safety certification. No matter where you open your restaurant, employees must complete a food handler’s course and purchase a food handler’s permit. Among many things, this course will teach your employees about sanitation, food storage and handling, and how to avoid spreading food-borne illness.]]> 2019-04-01 03:05:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005043 Purpose of a Food Handler’s Permit jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005228 Foodborne illness and outbreaks can occur very easily therefore food handler training is required by law. That means that employees may not handle food without valid proof of training. In addition it is required that food handlers keep their food handler cards current by renewing them at legally defined intervals.

Through training, food handlers gain important knowledge and skills that not only protect the public, themselves and their families from illness, but prepare them to take advantage of opportunities for thousands of jobs available in the food service industry. Employers who are hiring staff see well-trained food handlers as more desirable and more valuable employees.

]]> 2019-04-01 03:06:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005228 Requirements for Food Handler’s Permit jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005494 In order to obtain a food handler's permit in Jamaica, one should bring with them two passport sized pictures which is stamped by a Justice of Peace, Minister of Religion or a Superintendent of Police. It is a requirement to pay $500 Jamaican for the permit and to also complete an application form. It is also a requirement to attend a Food Handler’s clinic where you will be taught the rudiments of food safety. After taking the classes you will be tested and if successful you will receive a card in about 4 to 6 weeks.

However this permit expires after a year and must be renewed by following the same procedures.
Here's a video with some more information : https://youtu.be/x_aLA7SvHQg

]]> 2019-04-01 03:08:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005494 Who needs a permit? jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005714 · All food establishment employees (including vendors)

· Early childhood sector employees (teachers, assistants, etc.)

· Students of Hospitality and catering schools

· Health sector workers (inspectors, etc.)

]]> 2019-04-01 03:09:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005714 Storage and the Food Handler’s Permit jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005848 All holders of the permit must be aware of the proper storage procedures involved in the prevention of food borne illnesses. The following are a few guidelines;

· The single most important guideline is to follow all storage instructions that are found on the packages of food as these are the most reliable. E.g. store in a dry, cool area, store in a dark, cool area, refrigerate after opening

· Ensure that all storage containers are sanitary before use. They may be sanitized by washing, boiling or any other sanitation method.

· Do not store food items in close range to items such as cleaning supplies, perfumes, insecticides, pesticides, etc.

· Store cooked food separately from raw food.

]]> 2019-04-01 03:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347005848 Storage and the Food Handler’s Permit jiannabrown https://padlet.com/jiannabrown/teacada2yt2r/wish/347061799 · Ensure that foods are properly stored in the refrigerator to avoid the spread of their aroma. Some items must be tightly wrapped while others must be stored in airtight containers.

· Do not store foods for time periods that promote microbial growth. E.g. cooked food must not be held in the danger zone for a long period of time.

· Store foods at the correct temperature to prevent contamination. E.g. cooked meat must be stored below 4°C in a refrigerator. Check to ensure that your refrigerator temperature is correct to avoid problems.

· Try to store leftovers (in refrigerator) for as little time as possible. Two days of refrigeration is the ideal time period.

· Avoid storing food in the tins that they were purchased as this may lead to a metallic taste and toxicity.

· Store meats on the bottom shelves in a fridge to avoid dripping to lower items.

· https://whatscookingamerica.net/Information/FreezerChart.htm click this link to see a comprehensive food storage chart.

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