Who requires this qualification?

Ideal for employee inductions, existing staff at an introductory level, and low-risk food handlers.

The course can also be used as part of the on- programme element of the new apprenticeship standards, and can support the knowledge, skills and behaviours apprentices need to effectively integrate into the workplace.

The course

This course is an ideal introduction to food safety, and a suitable learning resource for colleagues undergoing an induction in environments where food is cooked, prepared or handled.

Although it does not provide a qualification itself, the training meets all legal requirements and offers full compliance for low-risk food handlers. 

Along with its supporting PDF handbook, this course provides the knowledge and understanding required to go on to achieve any level 1 food safety (RQF) qualification, whether in catering, manufacturing or retail, with an approved training provider.

Why a Highfield qualification?

Highfield is the leading provider of regulated compliance qualifications in the UK, certificating over 350,000 learners a year.

Highfield currently provides around 70% of all regulated food safety qualifications. We’re extremely proud to be a Highfield approved centre and offer industry recognised qualifications that will enhance learners’ career prospects.

Course duration:

2-3 hours.

Regulated by:

OFQUAL QUALIFICATIONS WALES

What does the qualification cover?

Topics include:

• Introduction to food safety
• Microbiological hazards
• Food poisoning and its control
• Contamination hazards and controls
• Safe handling and the storage of food
• Personal hygiene
• Food pests and pest control
• Cleaning and disinfection