RSPH Level1 Foundation Award in Food Hygiene Awareness
In brief...
This course is ideal for those needing an understanding of basic food hygiene practices in the work or home environment. This qualification will benefit anyone working in a situation where food is prepared, cooked and served. Relevant to all catering operations - for example, restaurants, pubs, hotels, fast-food outlets, retail, travel, contract catering, in hospitals, care and nursing homes, schools, prisons and armed forces. It is suitable for those starting work in the food industry or for those wanting a good understanding of food safety in their own homes.
What courses can I do after this?
To do this course you should have...
There are no formal qualifications required.
Costs
£60.00
The cost includes tuition, examination fee and course book.
Associated Costs
There are no additional costs.
Course Content
The qualification provides an introduction to food safety and focuses on the following areas:
- Legislation
- Food safety hazards
- Temperature control
- Refrigeration, chilling and cold holding of foods
- Cooking, hot holding and reheating of foods
- Food handling
- Principles of safe food storage
- Cleaning
- Food premises, equipment and pest control
- Personal hygiene
