HRFoodSafe

03/13/2026

Don’t jinx yourself this Friday the 13th…double check that everyone is ServSafe® Food Protection Manager certified! Sign up for a class near you at hrfoodsafe.com, or reach out to us at info@hrfoodsafe.com if you’re interested in learning more about booking a private class for your whole team!

03/11/2026

Monitoring our operation is one the most important tasks for Certified Food Protection Managers. Make sure you have plans in place for proper documentation and corrective action, and ensure that food safety is a team effort!

03/09/2026

It’s National Crabmeat Day! Whether celebrating with a crispy crab cake, or cracking into some claw meat – for customer safety, it’s so important to ensure proper allergen training for your staff! Crustacean shellfish are one of the Big 9 that cause 90% of allergic reactions. If you’re looking to take allergen training to the next level, head to hrfoodsafe.com and sign your staff up for allergen training today!

03/05/2026

What is the missing item from the list of handwashing station requirements: hot and cold running water, soap, a way to dry hands, signage, and ___ ? Leave the answer in the comments!

03/02/2026

Pop quiz from ServSafe! Leave your answer in the comments!

What is the best way to eliminate pests that have entered the operation?
a. Raise the heat in the operation after-hours
b. Lower the heat in the operation after-hours
c. Work with a licensed pest control operator (PCO)
d. Apply over-the-counter pesticides around the operation

03/02/2026

Spring is around the corner – and if you live in the South, now is the perfect time to get ServSafe® Manager certified! We’ve expanded our classes in and so head over to hrfoodsafe.com for the full schedule and easy online registration. We look forward to seeing you at the next class and helping you Keep It Safe!

02/26/2026

With March on the horizon, it’s time to double check those ServSafe® certifications to see if they’re about to expire. Don’t delay, sign up for a class today! With over 50 classes on our schedule this month, there is a convenient one near you for an in-person class and exam session. Get certified to 2031! Visit hrfoodsafe.com for the full schedule and registration options.

02/23/2026

Ever concerned your food is part of a recall? Looking to stay on top of recall notices and information? Make sure to visit https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls

02/20/2026

The USDA just announced a recall of over 3 million pounds of chicken fried rice across the US and Canada. Trader Joe’s brand Chicken Fried Rice (distributed in the US) and Ajinomoto Yakitori Chicken with Japanese Fried Rice (distributed in Canada) produced between September 8 and November 17, 2025 are being recalled due to potential glass contamination in the product. Currently there have been 4 complaints but no injuries reported. Consumers are urged to check their freezers and either throw items away or return them to point of purchase. Read more here: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/ajinomoto-foods-north-america-inc--recalls-chicken-fried-rice-products-due-0

02/20/2026

How often should a thermometer be calibrated? (A) Frequently (B) Monthly (C) Yearly (D) Never – let us know in the comments!

02/18/2026

Happy National Drink Wine Day – whether red, white, or rosé, you can’t go wrong! (And if the team needs alcohol safety training…we do that too!)

02/16/2026

Food safety isn’t a one-time task…it’s a daily habit! When you make training and retraining a priority, the outcome will always be a reduction in foodborne illness outbreaks. Step up your team for success with top-tier training at one of our ServSafe® Food Protection Manager classes near you.