Which Food Hygiene Course Does Your Team Need?
Give your team the knowledge to handle food safely. Explore introductory, food handler and supervisor training, plus a course focused on food allergens. Choose the level that fits each person’s duties and the food safety risks in your business.
For staff who work around food
Our Level 1 Food Hygiene course introduces basic food hygiene practices. It is suited to staff who work in a food setting but do not prepare or directly handle food.
Relevant legislation and guidance: Food Safety Act 1990; food hygiene rules applicable in your part of the UK; Food Standards Agency guidance on training staff according to their duties.
For staff who handle and prepare food
Level 2 Food Hygiene develops the knowledge needed for safe food handling and preparation, including personal hygiene, preventing contamination and safe working practices.
Relevant legislation and guidance: Food Safety Act 1990; food hygiene rules applicable in your part of the UK.
For managers and supervisors
Level 3 Food Hygiene is designed for business owners, managers and supervisors who need a broader understanding of food safety and their responsibilities for overseeing safe practices.
Relevant legislation and guidance: Food Safety Act 1990; food hygiene rules applicable in your part of the UK; Food Standards Agency guidance on food safety management based on HACCP principles.
For staff who need allergen awareness
Food Allergen Awareness helps learners recognise the 14 regulated allergens, understand the risks of cross-contact and provide customers with accurate allergen information.
Relevant legislation and guidance: Food Information Regulations 2014; Food Standards Agency allergen guidance for food businesses.