Tapseries • Online Safety Course
Choke Saving Procedures Training
Earn your Choke Saving Procedures Certificate in less than 1 hour with engaging online training.
Learn Heimlich maneuver steps and obstructed airway procedures so staff can respond confidently in an emergency.
$19.95 – Online Course & Certificate
Certificate Valid 3 Years
PC, Tablet, Phone
Massachusetts‑Approved
Course provided by Tapseries in partnership with Food Manager USA.
| Certificate Valid For: | 3 years |
| Approximate Time: | About 1 hour |
| Compatible On: | Computer, tablet, smartphone |
| Available Languages: | English |
Why Choke Saving Training Matters in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, food service establishments with 25 or more seats that serve food on‑site must have at least one staff member trained in approved manual choking rescue procedures (105 CMR 590.009(E)).
These procedures include the Heimlich maneuver and other steps to help a guest with a blocked airway. When choking occurs, the person often cannot speak or call for help, and seconds matter.
This course helps your team recognize the signs of choking quickly and gives them a clear sequence of steps to respond safely and effectively until the airway is cleared or emergency responders arrive.
What’s Included in This Training
The Choke Saving Procedures Training covers everything required to meet the Massachusetts choking rescue mandate and prepare staff to act with confidence.
- Overview of how choking happens in restaurants and everyday dining situations.
- How to recognize the signs of partial vs. complete airway obstruction.
- Step‑by‑step Heimlich maneuver techniques for adults and older children.
- Sequence of obstructed airway maneuvers and when to move to each step.
- Guidance on when to call emergency services and how to support responders.
- Scenario‑based examples that help staff remember what to do under pressure.
The full Heimlich Maneuver Training and obstructed airway sequence can be completed in less than one hour through this online course.
Who Should Enroll?
Any team member who interacts with guests or works in a dining area can benefit from choke saving procedures training, including:
- Restaurant and café servers, bussers, and hosts.
- Managers, supervisors, and Person‑in‑Charge (PIC).
- Bar staff and bartenders in establishments that serve food.
- Catering, banquet, and event staff in hotels and venues.
- Foodservice staff in schools, childcare centers, and senior living.
Protect Guests, Staff, and Your Business
Choking can occur in seconds—during a full meal, a quick snack, or even while chewing gum. When a guest cannot breathe or speak, trained staff must react immediately with the right rescue steps.
This course helps you stay compliant with Massachusetts law while building a safer, more prepared operation. Guests notice when teams are trained, calm, and ready to help in an emergency.
Give your staff the skills they need to act—not freeze—when someone’s life may depend on their next move.
Start Your Choke Saving Procedures Training
Enroll now, complete the course in under an hour, and download your certificate valid for 3 years. Make sure at least one trained staff member is on duty whenever you serve guests.