Interior BC FOODSAFE Level 1
Same-day Certification! Students receive official FOODSAFE certificates issued by the local Health Department and recognized throughout BC and beyond. All our courses are taught by local Certified Public Health Inspectors who entertain as they educate with amazing real-life restaurant inspection stories full of the best and worst examples of food handling imaginable. You will learn a lot at our BC Interior FOODSAFE classes!
FOODSAFE Level 1 explains why food poisonings occur and how to prevent them. This is important information for those in the food or care-giving industries, or anyone who values keeping food safe for themselves, their families, or others. It is also a valuable resume addition for anyone whose current or future employment involves handling food. BC’s Food Premises Regulation requires FOODSAFE Level 1 certification wherever food is served to the public.
FOODSAFE Level 1 - Frequently Asked Questions
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- What is FOODSAFE Level 1 (Basic) about?
- Who Needs FOODSAFE Level 1?
- Is FOODSAFE difficult?
- Does FOODSAFE Level 1 have an exam?
- Do I receive my certificate the same day?
- Is this the official FOODSAFE Certificate Course?
- Does the FOODSAFE Certificate expire?
- Are materials available in other languages?
- What if I don't pass?
1. What is FOODSAFE Level 1 (Basic) about?
FOODSAFE Level 1 covers essential food safety practices to prevent foodborne illnesses. Topics include microbes and food poisoning, safe receiving, storing, cooking, cooling, reheating, holding, thawing, and serving foods, personal hygiene, and cleaning and sanitizing. The course is taught using a combination of lecture, discussion, demonstrations, slides and videos. Go to top2. Who Needs FOODSAFE Level 1?
According to BC's Food Premises Regulation, every operator of a food service establishment and at least one employee on every shift must hold a FOODSAFE Level 1 certificate or an equivalent. It's highly recommended for anyone working in food service, hospitality, or care-giving industries. Many people also take FOODSAFE simply to ensure that the foods they serve their friends, family, and themselves are safe to eat. Go to top3. Is FOODSAFE difficult?
Our courses are designed to be clear and easy to understand, taught by Certified Public Health Inspectors who make learning easy. They understand that each class has students with a wide range of ages, experience, abilities and language skills, and teach in engaging ways that leave no one behind. Many of our students have not been in a classroom for many years, and are pleasantly surprised at how well they do. With attention during the course, students typically have no trouble at all passing the exam. Go to top4. Does FOODSAFE Level 1 have an exam?
Yes, all FOODSAFE Level 1 courses conclude with a 50 question multiple-choice exam. Go to top5. Do I receive my certificate the same day?
Upon successful completion of your exam, we issue a temporary certificate immediately. Your official FOODSAFE certificate is then processed and supplied by the local Health Authority office. Go to top6. Is this the official FOODSAFE Certificate Course?
Yes. This is the Certificate course that is required by law wherever food is served to the public within BC. The certificates are issued by the Provincial Health Authority and registered with the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control. Go to top7. Does the FOODSAFE Certificate expire?
Yes, all official FOODSAFE certificates expire 5 years from the date of issue. Go to top8. Are materials available in other languages?
Yes! We offer student workbooks in English, Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, and Punjabi. The multiple-choice exam is available in English, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. Please note that your FOODSAFE Certificate will not indicate the language of your workbook or exam. Go to top9. What if I don't pass?
Students must obtain a mark of at least 70% on the multiple-choice test to pass; approximately 95% of students do pass the course the first time. Students who obtain 60-68% on the test may rewrite the exam one time at a later date free of charge. Students with a mark of below 60% (or who do not pass their one free rewrite) are required to retake the entire course. Go to topBrowse Courses by Location
All our classes are held in central, easy-to-find locations.
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Vernon FOODSAFE Level 1 Courses
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Anywhere in BC or Beyond - Online by Zoom
Please note that for Metro Vancouver residents, all online videoconference courses require a mandatory in-person exam at one of our designated Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Surrey, New Westminster, or Langley locations to ensure the highest standard of official certification by the local Health Department.
Online by Zoom FOODSAFE Level 1 Courses
