Food Safety Awareness Training

Overview

This Food Safety and Hygiene Awareness Training course equips people who handle food – like care staff, kitchen workers, and hospitality staff – with the knowledge and skills to keep food safe. It follows UK food safety laws.

You will learn how to stay clean, stop germs from spreading, store food safely, and avoid cross-contamination. The course also teaches how to spot food safety problems, use the right temperatures, and clean properly to keep kitchens and food areas safe.

It also explains the law, like the Food Safety Act 1990, and why it is important to keep good records for inspections. The training includes simple talks and real-life examples to build your confidence in food safety. It is useful for people who are new to the job or want to refresh their knowledge.

The course lasts 2 to 3 hours, and you will get a CPD-approved certificate when you finish.

By the end of the food safety and hygiene awareness course, you will be ready to keep food safe and help protect people’s health in kitchens, care homes, or catering settings.

This Food Hygiene training course will increase delegates’ knowledge and understanding of their responsibilities when dealing with food within a workplace or client’s home.

A vital course for any staff members working with food.

Course Information

Course Duration: 2-3 Hours (half-day)
Course Level: Level 2
Certificate: 1-year certificate
Max Delegates: 7
Practical: No
Course Mode: Face to Face
Accredited: Yes ✅

Course Content

This course gives learners the knowledge to keep food safe and support healthy eating, especially in care or food service settings.

1. Introduction to Food Safety

Learn the benefits of good food safety practices and the problems caused by poor practices.

2. The 4 Key Contamination Hazards

Understand the 4 main hazards that can make food unsafe: germs, chemicals, objects, and allergens.

3. Challenges for Food Handlers

Discuss the challenges food handlers may face and how to deal with them.

4. Food Poisoning

Learn the signs of food poisoning and who is most at risk.

5. Bacterial Growth

Understand what bacteria need to grow and how it affects food safety.

6. Avoiding Cross-Contamination

Learn how to stop germs from spreading between foods to keep them safe.

7. Food Safety Standards

Understand the food safety rules that must be followed in the workplace.

8. Food Safety Laws

Learn about the laws that affect how food is handled and stored.

9. Nutrition, Hydration, and Wellbeing

Discuss how food handlers can help make sure people get the right nutrition and hydration.

10. Factors Affecting Nutrition and Fluid Intake

Understand the factors that affect a person’s food and drink intake and how it can impact their health.

11. Healthy Diet

Learn what makes a healthy diet and how to achieve it.

12. The 5 Food Groups

Discuss the 5 food groups needed for a healthy diet and the nutrients they provide.

13. Signs of Malnourishment and Dehydration

Learn the signs of malnourishment and dehydration and how to spot them.

This outline covers all the basic food safety topics in simple language to help learners understand key ideas in food safety, hygiene, and nutrition.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Describe the benefits of good and the consequences of poor food safety practices.
State the 4 key contamination hazards.
Describe the challenges food handlers may face.
Describe the symptoms of food poisoning and who might be at risk.
Explain the requirements for bacterial growth.
Describe how to avoid cross-contamination in the workplace.
Identify food safety standards in relation to the workplace.
Describe how legislation affects your practice when handling or storing food.
Describe roles and responsibilities in maintaining nutrition, hydration, and wellbeing.
Compare factors that may affect a person’s nutritional and fluid intake.
Describe the term ‘healthy diet’ and how it can be achieved.
State the 5 food groups needed and the nutrients required for a healthy diet.
State the signs and symptoms of malnourishment and dehydration.

Who It's For

Food Handlers: Anyone who prepares, cooks, serves, or handles food in kitchens, restaurants, or other places where food is made.
Care Staff: Workers in care homes, hospitals, or other healthcare settings who help with food preparation or serving food to residents.
Hospitality Workers: Staff in hotels, cafes, and catering services who handle food to keep customers safe and healthy.
Kitchen Managers and Supervisors: People who manage kitchen staff and make sure food safety rules are followed.
School Catering Staff: Workers who prepare or serve meals to students in schools.
Food Safety Officers: People who check that food safety rules are followed in workplaces or businesses.
Volunteers: People who help at places like food banks, soup kitchens, or community events where food is prepared or served.
Anyone Interested in Food Safety: Anyone who wants to learn more about food safety and hygiene, either for work or personal knowledge.
Managers in Food-Related Businesses: People who are responsible for keeping food safe in food businesses, like restaurants or cafes.
This course is for anyone working with food or in places where food safety is important.

Course Benefits

Better Food Safety Practices: Learn how to keep food safe and clean, ensuring a safe environment for staff and customers.
Understanding Contamination Hazards: Discover the 4 main contamination hazards and how to control them to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
Increased Confidence in Handling Food: Gain practical skills to handle food safely, prevent cross-contamination, and follow correct food safety rules in the workplace.
Legal Compliance: Learn the important food safety laws in the UK, such as the Food Safety Act 1990, and how to follow them to stay legal.
Promoting Healthy Diets: Understand how to help people with their food and drink needs to support good health and promote better eating habits.
Minimise Food Poisoning Risks: Learn how to spot the signs of food poisoning and understand who is most at risk, helping you prevent it and respond quickly.
Improved Workplace Safety: Create a safer workplace by following food safety rules and reducing accidents or problems.
Practical Skills for Everyday Use: Build confidence in applying food safety knowledge in real-world settings like kitchens, care homes, or restaurants through interactive lessons and examples.
Supporting People At Risk: Learn how to meet the food safety and nutrition needs of vulnerable groups like children, the elderly, or those with special diets.
CPD Endorsed: After completing the course, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate to show your commitment to food safety and improve your professional skills.