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Column by Courtney Parrott, Brown County Agrilife Extension Agent
The “Texas Food Establishment Rules (TFER)” was revised and updated and will be effective October 11, 2015. A major change in the revision now requires all food employees to complete an accredited food handlers training program within 60 days of employment, effective September 16, 2016.
A food handler’s course accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent, Courtney Parrott.
Food Safety: It’s In Your Hands is scheduled for May 26, 2021 starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Extension Office, 605 Fisk Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801. This 2-hour course will now be required for all food service employees to help promote the service of safe food. The certificate is good for 2 years and is valid anywhere in the State of Texas. The course is a basic overview of food safety practices that are necessary to ensure that safe food is served at your establishmen