Level 1 Award in Food Safety - Catering, Retail and Manufacturing

This qualification is designed for everyone entering the workplace for the first time- either as a part of a work experience programme or at the start of employment- and those starting a new job, prior to undertaking the Level 2 Award in Food Safety.

It is also suitable for those:

• Employees handling low risk or wrapped foods.
• Front of house employees, such as waiting staff or checkout staff.
• Back of house employees, such as kitchen porters or warehouse staff.

It is designed to ensure candidates are aware of the key Food Safety issues and the part that they should play in keeping food free from harm in the workplace.

The holder of the CIEH Level 1 Award in Food Safety will understand: -

• The basic requirements of food safety.
• How to keep themselves clean and hygienic.
• How to keep their work area clean.
• The role they play in reducing contamination.
• The key food safety issues.

Course Covers:

• Introduction to food safety and its importance
• Personal hygiene
• Cleaning
• Contamination

Course Duration: 1 or 2 Days (Including exam)