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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.

  • Hygiène alimentaire
  • Texas
  • 131 questions
  • Vérifié le 10 octobre 2026

En bref

Pour réussir : Set by the accredited course provider. Organisé par : Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); accredited course providers. Entraînez-vous ici gratuitement avec 131 questions, chacune avec la réponse et une explication. Vérifié à partir des sources officielles le 10 octobre 2026.

À lire avant de vous entraînerCommencez par le guide « Food Handler Study Guide (US) » : des notes en langage clair, des schémas et les chiffres à retenir.

  1. Question 1 sur 11

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

    Réponse: 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. Question 2 sur 11

    In Texas, who counts as a food employee who needs food handler training?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 3 sur 11

    If a Texas food handler card has no expiration date printed on it, how long is it valid?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 4 sur 11

    Which programs count as accredited food handler programs in Texas?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 5 sur 11

    Where in Texas is a certificate from an accredited food handler program accepted?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: D. Statewide

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

  6. Question 6 sur 11

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

    Réponse: 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. Question 7 sur 11

    Who is exempt from the Texas food handler training rule?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: B. A Certified Food Manager

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

  8. Question 8 sur 11

    Which kind of business is exempt from the Texas food handler training rule?
    Voir la réponse

    Réponse: 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. Question 9 sur 11

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

    Réponse: 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. Question 10 sur 11

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

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

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

  11. Question 11 sur 11

    Which Texas agency runs the food handler program accreditation and answers questions about it?
    Voir la réponse

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

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

À savoir avant l’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.

Questions fréquentes

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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