Boosting Dining Safety: Union County Offers Food Safety Certification for Restaurant Staff

Union County Environmental Health now offers an annual certification course for restaurant staff to improve food safety. Led by Traci Colley, the Environmental Health Director, the program aims to raise food safety and sanitation standards in local restaurants. The course covers food preparation, handling, and storage, with a focus on preventing foodborne illnesses.

The training includes visual and hands-on components, making it effective for participants. It provides materials such as manuals, study guides, industry tools, and infographics in both English and Spanish, making it accessible to a diverse workforce.

Traci Colley stated that the program is designed to increase consumer confidence in local dining establishments by prioritizing food safety. This initiative is seen as beneficial for the community.

Participants have appreciated the chance to improve their food safety knowledge and skills, highlighting the importance of continuous education in this area for public health.

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