Essential Training for Food Service Workers

Food Safety Works is a practical, hands-on training designed for food service workers, volunteers, and anyone preparing food for the public. The class covers the core principles of safe food handling—from proper cooking and storage temperatures to preventing cross-contamination and understanding personal hygiene requirements.

Completing the course not only builds confidence in safe food practices, but also provides a 2-year certification recognized across Colorado. Many employers require or prefer staff to hold this certification, making it a valuable credential for your career.
 

Registration 

We offer both in-person and virtual classes, both are 3 hour courses.

  • In-Person Class: $30 per person

    • Interactive setting with opportunities to ask questions directly

    • Ideal for hands-on learners

  • Virtual Class: $20 per person

    • Join from anywhere with internet access

    • Same certification and materials, emailed instructions provided

 

Upcoming Food Safety Works Classes are below. 

 
Looking for Certified Food Protection Manager class?

If your goal is to meet Colorado’s 2022 FDA Food Code requirements, a CFPM is the certification you need. 

Not to worry! We offer that too.  View our Certified Food Protection Manager class

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Larimer County Loveland Campus, Laramie River Room
Larimer County Extension Office
Larimer County Loveland Campus, Laramie River Room
Larimer County Loveland Campus, Laramie River Room
Larimer County Colorado State University Extension

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ADDRESS     
1525 Blue Spruce Dr.     
Fort Collins, CO 80524-2004

Phone: (970) 498-6000

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HOURS  
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.    
Monday - Friday

 

Our office follows the Larimer County Holiday Calendar for office closures.