Food Hygiene and Safety Awareness
This Level 2 course introduces the essential principles of food hygiene and safe food handling in care and education settings. Learners will identify food safety hazards, including contamination and cross-contamination risks, and understand their impact on health and wellbeing.
The course covers safe food storage, preparation, handling, and disposal practices to help prevent foodborne illness. It also explores key legal and organisational requirements, enabling staff to maintain high standards of food safety, protect those in their care, and support compliance with current food hygiene regulations and workplace procedures.
Course Outline:
Understand the principles of food hygiene and safe handling in care and education environments
Recognise food safety hazards and risks, including contamination and cross-contamination
Apply safe food storage, preparation, and disposal procedures to prevent foodborne illness
Comply with legal and organisational requirements relating to food hygiene and safety
Who Is It For?
Teachers
Teaching Assistants
Support Staff
School Leaders
Other Professionals working with young people
Duration: 1.5 Hours
Video Time: 1 Hour
Chapters: 7
This course is certified by The CPD Certification Service.
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More About This Course
Food safety is essential in any care or education environment, where the wellbeing of children, young people, and vulnerable individuals depends on high standards of hygiene. This course provides learners with a practical understanding of food hygiene principles and the importance of safe food handling in everyday practice.
Learners will explore common food safety hazards, including contamination and cross-contamination, and discover how these risks can be identified and controlled. The course covers effective food storage, preparation, handling, and disposal procedures designed to reduce the risk of foodborne illness and promote a safe environment for all.
The training also explains key legal and organisational responsibilities relating to food hygiene and safety. By the end of the course, learners will have the knowledge and confidence to apply best practice, support compliance, and contribute to a culture of safety and accountability within their organisation.
Course Chapters
Course Introduction
Introduction
1
Chapter 1: Introduction to Food Hygiene and Safety
Chapter 1
Knowledge Check: Chapter 2
2
Chapter 2: Food Hazards and Contamination
Chapter 2
Knowledge Check: Chapter 3
3
Chapter 3: Personal Hygiene and Safe Practices
Chapter 3
Knowledge Check
4
Chapter 4: Allergens and Intolerances
Chapter 4
Knowledge Check
5
Chapter 5: Food Storage, Preperation, and Cooking
Chapter 5
Knowledge Check
6
Chapter 6: Cleaning Waste Management and Pest Control (Video)
Chapter 6
Knowledge Check
7
Chapter 7: Legal and Organisational Responsibilities
Chapter 7
Knowledge Check
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