Level 2 Food Safety

Level 2 Award in Food Safety

Level 2 Food Safety is a course designed to benefit food handlers but is also useful for people involved in trades and services related to the food sector like delivery drivers, cleaners, maintenance engineers and pest control operators.

Who’s it for?

The Level 2 Award in Food Safety has been known by so many names over the years; basic food hygiene, health and hygiene and level 2 food safety and hygiene.

If you’re looking for any of those you’ve found the course you’re looking for…

The Level 2 Award in Food Safety course is regarded as the corner stone of food safety regardless of the area of the food sector you operate in.

If you prepare, create, cook, sell or serve food this course is an excellent way to ensure your start to legal compliance. This course is also excellent for anyone working in a food environment such as pest control, engineers and delivery drivers. The course is available for caterers, manufacturers and retailers.

What’s it about?

This course will build a knowledge base around The importance of food safety

Food safety act
Food hazards
The 14 allergens
The difference between food poisoning and foodborne illness
The effects of illness and who is at risk
HACCP from purchase to service
Safer food better business
Personal hygiene
Premises and equipment
Food pests
Cleaning and disinfection
Food safety enforcement

Who needs this qualification?

If you work in hospitality, supermarkets and retail, a care or nursing home, schools, children’s nurseries or the food and drink manufacturing sector you’ll definitely need this course.

What’s in it for me?

We all play a vital part in food safety in any food operation. The Level 2 Award in Food Safety course will equip you with the knowledge you need to play your part.

FAQ

Is there an exam?

A multiple-choice paper is completed at the end of the training or e-learning.

Environmental Health Officers will usually want to see this course completed every three years.

How is this course delivered?

The course is delivered by e-learning, Qualify Anywhere, Classroom or In-House.

How long does the training take?

e-learning 4-6 hours

Qualify Anywhere 5-7 hours

In-house 1 day

Qualify Anywhere and e-learning give you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Qualify Anywhere gives you the opportunity to sit the accredited exam at a time to suit.

If you have a group of six or more an in-house course delivered at your premises may be more convenient and cost effective. 

If you’re unsure which training is best give us a call or drop us an email at [email protected] or book some time to discuss you options – remember advice is always free.

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