The Level 2 award (CIEH) in food safety is ideal for all those requiring food hygiene training for industry, the course is run over one day.
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) Level 2 Awards in Food Safety provide a flexible syllabus which enables training to be tailored to meet specific needs.
Who needs these qualifications?
Anyone working in a catering, manufacturing or retail setting where food is prepared, cooked and handled.
Typical environments may include:
pubs, hotels, restaurants;
supermarkets and retail environments;
food and drink manufacturers;
hospitals;
care homes;
schools;
prisons.
Why is this training important?
Everyone who works with food has a special responsibility for safeguarding the health of consumers and ensure that the food they serve or sell is perfectly safe to eat.
Learning outcomes
Firm grasp of the importance of food safety and knowledge of the systems, techniques and procedures involved;
Understanding of how to control food safety risks (personal hygiene, food storage, cooking and handling);
Confidence and expertise to safely deliver quality food to customers.
Refreshment of this qualification is recommended at least every three years.
Assessment is by Multiple choice exam, pass = 20 out of 30 questions.
Ofqual Qualification Number: Catering: 500/5476/4