A Food Handlers course accredited by Texas Department of State Health Services is being offered by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Parker County. Food Safety: It’s In Your Hands is scheduled for Jan. 29 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Extension office located at 604 North Main Street in Weatherford.

This two hour course is for all food 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 establishment. Practices discussed include good personal hygiene, cross contamination and time and temperature abuse.

The class will also cover information and requirements for a Cottage Food Business. Instructions for this will immediately follow the Food Handler Food Safety Class.

The class is taught in English, but Spanish handouts are available.

To register for the course call the Extension office at 817-598-6168. The cost is $20 per person.