Ho Chi Minh City Conducts Food Safety Training for 3,500 School Principals

On July 28, the Department of Education and Training, in collaboration with the Ho Chi Minh City Food Safety Department, held a training program on healthcare, food safety, and food poisoning prevention for over 500 principals in the first district. This is part of a series of 7 training sessions taking place from July 21 to August 11, involving approximately 3,520 principals and center directors across the city.

The training program covers a comprehensive range of institutions, from preschools, primary, middle, and high schools to international educational facilities and vocational training centers. The curriculum focuses on updating the latest legal regulations, management skills for food service facilities, and techniques for identifying food contamination hazards.

The Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training emphasized a shift in training participants. While previous years focused on vice-principals or food service staff, starting from the 2026-2027 academic year, 100% of principals are required to participate. This move aims to elevate the responsibility of leadership in ensuring absolute safety for student boarding meals.

Cao Thi Thien Phuc, Head of the Student Affairs Division at the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Education and Training, stated that after the training, principals are responsible for disseminating knowledge to all relevant staff. Schools are also required to enhance self-inspection efforts and coordinate closely with local authorities and parents to promptly monitor and address any irregularities related to food safety in schools.

Phuc emphasized: 'Food safety in schools is not just a process but the responsibility of the leadership. Every safe meal is a key factor in protecting student health and building a happy school environment.'