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.
Mabilis na sagot
Passing mark: Set by the accredited course provider. Pinapatakbo ito ng Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS); accredited course providers. Magsanay dito nang libre gamit ang 131 tanong, bawat isa ay may sagot at paliwanag. Sinuri laban sa mga opisyal na sanggunian noong Oktubre 10, 2026.
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Tanong 1 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: D. Within 30 days of employment
TFER §228.31 requires all food employees to complete accredited food handler training within 30 days of employment.
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Tanong 2 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
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Tanong 3 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
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Tanong 4 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
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Tanong 5 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: D. Statewide
Texas Health and Safety Code §438.046 says accredited certificates are recognized statewide as proof of training.
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Tanong 6 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
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Tanong 7 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: B. A Certified Food Manager
Certified Food Managers do not also need a food handler certificate.
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Tanong 8 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: B. An establishment that serves only prepackaged items
Establishments that serve only prepackaged foods are exempt, along with temporary food establishments under DSHS jurisdiction.
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Tanong 9 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: 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.
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Tanong 10 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: C. Yes, if the program was ANSI-accredited
Texas recognizes out-of-state food handler cards if the program was accredited by ANSI.
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Tanong 11 ng 11
Ipakita ang sagot
Sagot: D. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
DSHS approves food handler education programs and publishes the rules and FAQ.
Keyboard: 1–4 para sumagot, Enter para sa susunod na tanong.
Ang tunay na pagsusulit: Set by the accredited course provider
Ang dapat malaman bago ang pagsusulit
- 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.
Mga madalas itanong
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.