Good Shepherd Food Bank has
created Food Safety Training (FST) videos similar to the presentations made to
pantries three years ago. These videos, along with links to other helpful FST
content, will be posted to our website soon!
There is also a test that allows
those completing the training to demonstrate they understand key ideas about
food safety. Once the test is completed, incorrect answers are highlighted and
correct answers provided. Those who pass the test will receive a certificate of
completion by email right away.
It is thought that having the
training and test available electronically will make it easier for partnering
pantries to refresh their FST knowledge and to share this information within
their organization.
Starting in mid-May, all partnering
pantries will receive an email directing them to have at least one staff or
volunteer who is actively involved in the pantry complete this training. The
goal is to have every program receive a certificate by July 1, 2018.
Meal programs such as soup kitchens and shelters will need
to submit documentation of training by a qualified, professional food safety
training organization, such as the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Cooking for Crowds
program or ServSafe’s Manager Training.
Our plan is to update training content every several years
and have all partners go through a round of recertification to ensure that the
network has a strong awareness of food safety best practices.