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Certificates vs. Certification in Food Safety: ANSI and CFP FPMCC Standards

In the context of food safety, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and its ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredit both certificates and certification. These are NOT the same and care should be taken not to confuse these two, or use terms...

Case Study: The 2011 Listeria Outbreak Linked to Cantaloupes

Introduction In 2011, the United States faced one of its most severe foodborne illness outbreaks in recent decades, traced back to contaminated cantaloupes from Jensen Farms in Colorado. This case study examines the outbreak's causes, the response from public health...

How to Get a Food Handler Card in Texas: Your Complete Guide

Working in Texas's bustling food service industry requires more than just cooking skills and customer service experience. Whether you're starting your first restaurant job or moving to the Lone Star State, obtaining a Texas Food Handler Card is an essential step...

Case Study: The 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli Crisis and Its Food Safety Legacy

In early 1993, a catastrophic E. coli outbreak tied to Jack in the Box fast-food restaurants rocked the United States, marking a turning point in food safety history. This public health disaster affected over 700 individuals, led to 171 hospitalizations, and...

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