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Food Hygiene and Safety level 2

Our Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 course is your essential guide to ensuring food safety in any food-related setting. Whether you’re a food handler, business owner, or simply passionate about food, this course provides the knowledge and skills to meet UK Food Hygiene Regulations, prevent contamination, assess microbial hazards, and implement best practices for food processing, storage, personal hygiene, cleaning, and disinfection. With specific guidance on adapting to COVID-19 challenges, this course is your key to maintaining a safe and reputable food operation. Join us to elevate your food safety expertise and protect public health.

Who is this course for?

The Food Hygiene and Safety Level 2 course is designed for individuals involved in the food industry across the United Kingdom. It is ideal for:

  1. Food Handlers: Whether you work in a restaurant, café, food truck, catering service, or any other food-related business, this course will equip you with essential knowledge and skills to handle, prepare, and serve food safely.

  2. Food Business Owners and Managers: If you own or manage a food establishment, this course will help you ensure compliance with food hygiene regulations and maintain the highest standards of food safety.

  3. Aspiring Food Industry Professionals: If you are considering a career in the food industry, this course provides foundational knowledge that will make you a valuable asset to potential employers.

  4. Home cooks and food enthusiasts: Even if you’re not working in the food industry, this course can benefit anyone who wants to enhance their understanding of food safety and hygiene practices in their own kitchens.

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What I will learn?

  • Understand Food Hygiene Regulations: Gain a comprehensive knowledge of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 and their implications for food businesses, including the physical standards of food premises.
  • Identify Contaminants: Recognise the various sources and types of contaminants in food chains and understand measures to prevent contamination, including naturally occurring contaminants.
  • Assess Microbial Hazards: Conduct hazard analysis to identify and assess microbial hazards in food and grasp the dynamics of microbial growth, genetic diversity, and potential for transmission.
  • Comprehend Food Processing: Understand primary, secondary, and tertiary food processing and be able to evaluate the benefits, drawbacks, and performance parameters associated with food processing.
  • Master Food Storage: Learn effective domestic food storage techniques and food storage safety practices to preserve the quality and safety of food products.
  • Practice Personal Hygiene: Embrace personal hygiene principles, including skin care, proper handwashing, and maintaining cleanliness in special areas, with a focus on food handler responsibilities.
  • Implement Cleaning and Disinfection: Develop a strong understanding of cleaning and disinfection schedules, techniques, and validation to maintain a clean and sanitary food environment, reducing surface contamination.
  • Navigate the COVID-19 Guidelines: Adapt to the unique challenges posed by COVID-19 with knowledge of safe food delivery, social distancing for staff, proper cleaning, handwashing, and safe cooking practices during the pandemic.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Regulations that you need to know about food hygiene and safety

  • Regulations that you need to know about food hygiene and safety

Module 2: Contaminants in Food Chains

Module 3: Microbial Hazards (Part 1)

Module 4: Microbial Hazards (Part 2)

Module 5: Processing Food

Module 5: Processing Food

Module 6: Storing Food

Module 7: Personal Hygiene

Module 8: Cleaning and Disinfection Schedules (Part 1)

Module 9: Cleaning and Disinfection Schedules (Part 2)

Module 10: Covid-19 Guidance, Food Delivery, and Takeaway

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How this Course Can Help

  1. Compliance with Regulations: Understanding and complying with the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 is crucial for any food-related business in the UK. This course ensures that you have the knowledge needed to meet these legal requirements and maintain a safe food environment.

  2. Enhanced Reputation: Implementing the principles learned in this course demonstrates your commitment to food safety. This can enhance your business’s reputation, attract more customers, and potentially lead to higher ratings and reviews.

  3. Reduced Risks: Proper food hygiene and safety practices reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses, which can have severe consequences for both businesses and individuals. By completing this course, you will be better equipped to prevent foodborne illnesses and protect public health.

  4. Career Advancement: For individuals seeking a career in the food industry, this course can open doors to better job opportunities. It shows potential employers that you have the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in a food-related role.

  5. Adaptation to COVID-19: The course provides specific guidance on adapting to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. This knowledge is essential for businesses to continue operating safely and responsibly during these times.

  6. Personal Confidence: Whether you’re a professional or a home cook, this course can boost your confidence in handling and preparing food, ensuring that you and your loved ones are safe from foodborne illnesses.

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