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Texas Food Handler Practice Test 2026

In Texas, food employees must complete an accredited food handler course within 30 days of starting work. Courses are approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or accredited by ANSI, and the provider gives the final test. Practice test 1 covers the Texas rules; the other sets cover food safety basics.

  • Seguridad alimentaria
  • Texas
  • 131 preguntas
  • Revisado el 10 de octubre de 2026

Respuesta rápida

Para aprobar: Set by the accredited course provider. Lo organiza: Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); accredited course providers. Practica aquí gratis con 131 preguntas, cada una con la respuesta y una explicación. Contrastado con fuentes oficiales el 10 de octubre de 2026.

Lee antes de practicarEmpieza por Food Handler Study Guide (US): notas en lenguaje sencillo, diagramas y las cifras que hay que recordar.

  1. Pregunta 1 de 11

    Under the Texas Food Establishment Rules, how soon after starting work must a food employee finish an accredited food handler course?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Within 30 days of employment

    TFER §228.31 requires all food employees to complete accredited food handler training within 30 days of employment.

  2. Pregunta 2 de 11

    In Texas, who counts as a food employee who needs food handler training?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. Someone who works with unpackaged food, food equipment or utensils, or food-contact surfaces

    The Texas definition covers anyone who works with unpackaged food, food equipment or utensils, or surfaces that touch food.

  3. Pregunta 3 de 11

    If a Texas food handler card has no expiration date printed on it, how long is it valid?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. 2 years from the date it was issued

    Under 25 TAC §229.178, a certificate with no listed expiration date is valid for two years from the date of issue.

  4. Pregunta 4 de 11

    Which programs count as accredited food handler programs in Texas?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. Programs approved by Texas DSHS or accredited by ANSI

    Texas accepts food handler programs approved by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) or accredited by ANSI.

  5. Pregunta 5 de 11

    Where in Texas is a certificate from an accredited food handler program accepted?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. Statewide

    Texas Health and Safety Code §438.046 says accredited certificates are recognized statewide as proof of training.

  6. Pregunta 6 de 11

    Can a Texas city or county make you buy a separate local food handler card if you already have an accredited certificate?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: A. No, it may not charge a fee or require a local card for an accredited certificate

    Under Texas law, a local health jurisdiction may not require or issue a local food handler card, or charge a fee, for an accredited certificate.

  7. Pregunta 7 de 11

    Who is exempt from the Texas food handler training rule?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. A Certified Food Manager

    Certified Food Managers do not also need a food handler certificate.

  8. Pregunta 8 de 11

    Which kind of business is exempt from the Texas food handler training rule?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: B. An establishment that serves only prepackaged items

    Establishments that serve only prepackaged foods are exempt, along with temporary food establishments under DSHS jurisdiction.

  9. Pregunta 9 de 11

    A Texas employer trains its own workers with a course that is not accredited. What is true about that training?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. It is valid only for that employer's workers and is not accepted statewide

    A single business may train its own staff with a non-accredited course, but that training only counts for that business.

  10. Pregunta 10 de 11

    Is a food handler card from another state accepted in Texas?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: C. Yes, if the program was ANSI-accredited

    Texas recognizes out-of-state food handler cards if the program was accredited by ANSI.

  11. Pregunta 11 de 11

    Which Texas agency runs the food handler program accreditation and answers questions about it?
    Ver respuesta

    Respuesta: D. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

    DSHS approves food handler education programs and publishes the rules and FAQ.

Qué debes saber antes del examen

  • All food employees must complete an accredited food handler course within 30 days of employment (TFER §228.31).
  • A certificate with no expiration date is valid for 2 years from the date of issue.
  • Accredited programs are approved by Texas DSHS or accredited by ANSI.
  • Accredited certificates are recognized statewide, and local health departments may not require a separate local card.
  • Certified Food Managers are exempt, as are establishments that serve only prepackaged food.

Preguntas frecuentes

How long do I have to get a Texas food handler certificate?

You must finish an accredited food handler course within 30 days of starting work.

How long is a Texas food handler card valid?

Until the expiration date on the card. If no date is listed, it is valid for 2 years from the date it was issued.

Will my Texas food handler card work in any city?

Yes. Certificates from accredited programs are recognized statewide.

Is a food handler card from another state accepted in Texas?

Yes, if it came from an ANSI-accredited program.

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