Why is food hygiene training important?

According to the Food Standards Agency (FSA), over 2 million foodborne illnesses occur every year in the UK. It’s also estimated that 380,000 cases of norovirus linked to food occur in the UK each year. By not implementing proper food hygiene practices, food businesses are putting customers at risk of contracting a foodborne illness, should the worst happen. This could lead to legal action against you and may even result in closure. Employees in any food-related business can help reduce this risk by completing one of our in-depth food hygiene training courses. These will teach staff the best ways to handle food safely and effectively. The FSA has identified numerous risks when it comes to food handling including cross-contamination, allergens, foreign objects in food, and maintaining personal hygiene standards. Our online food hygiene training courses provide employees with the knowledge they need to help protect themselves and their customers against these risks.

How do I get my food hygiene certificate?

Select a course from our bundle, purchase and complete the course and receive your certificate upon course completion. You can download this certificate as a PDF or print it off.

How much do these courses cost?

If you just need training for a single person, our courses are £25+VAT. If you’re buying in bulk for multiple members of staff

How long are certificates valid for?

This is down to your employer but we recommend that training is carried out every 12 months and it’s what most of our clients opt for.

Are your courses approved?

Yes, our courses are approved by the likes of IOSH and accredited by the CPD service for your reassurance.

Do I need to take level 1 training before any higher levels?

No, levels are just an indicator of the depth of knowledge within each course. You should take whatever level is appropriate for you.

Which courses do I/my staff need to take?

This largely depends on what types of food you or they work with and in what capacity. Find out what courses you/your staff need here .

Do I need a certificate to sell food from home? What if I'm not a registered business?

No, if you’re selling food on a small scale or ad-hoc basis then you do not legally require food safety training. However, if you are a registered business then you will be required to undertake training.

What are the benefits of these Food Hygiene training courses?

No matter which option you choose, you can easily work our training options around the needs of your business. All of our food safety courses can be completed online and accessed anywhere at any time, meaning that you won’t need to worry about scheduling food hygiene training sessions in advance.

Is there legislation surrounding Food Hygiene?

Businesses must adhere to the regulations set out in the Food Safety Act 1990, the Food Standards Act 1999, and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006. More recently, businesses have had to consider the impact of the Food Information Amendment Regulation (also commonly referred to as ‘Natasha’s Law’) on their business.

What do these hygiene courses cover?

We offer basic food hygiene training courses, as well as more detailed, in-depth courses for those who handle and prepare food regularly. Course contents will vary slightly depending on the training option you choose, however, they generally cover the following topics: Personal hygiene standards, foodborne illnesses, pest control in the workplace, cleaning and disinfection procedures, the importance of proper documentation, HACCP, and food allergens. We provide a Food Hygiene Level 1 course , a Food Hygiene Level 2 course , a Food Hygiene Level 3 course , and a HACCP training course .

Who are these food hygiene courses for?

We offer food hygiene training to everyone involved in producing, preparing, and handling food. This includes kitchen assistants, cleaners, delicatessen staff, warehouse workers, chefs, and anyone else who handles, cooks, prepares, or sells food products.

Our approach is to keep things simple and effective; with our online courses, you can quickly provide your employees with a wealth of knowledge in a convenient way. We’ve been producing engaging and insightful food hygiene training courses for years and these have been implemented by thousands of businesses worldwide. This means you can put your trust in our courses and easily take steps towards becoming a more safety-focused, compliant food business.

Food Hygiene Courses

We provide high-quality Food Hygiene courses including levels 1, 2, 3, and HACCP level 2. Our food hygiene training courses provide crucial information such as food preparation, cross-contamination, allergen care, and personal hygiene. Upon completion of the course, you’ll also receive a printable Food Hygiene certificate.

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Food Hygiene Level 1 Training Course

Our Food Hygiene Level 1 course is essential for anyone who works where food is made, sold, or served. This online course covers basics on how to properly handle consumables such as food contamination, allergies and bacteria, safety standards, and cleaning. This IOSH Approved Food Safety and Hygiene Level 1 provides a printable certificate upon completion, which demonstrates to customers that you take food safety and hygiene seriously.

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Food Hygiene Level 2 Training Course

Our food hygiene level 2 online course provides an in-depth understanding of food hygiene regulations; food safety hazards (and avoiding food poisoning); personal hygiene; cleanliness; food storage and temperatures and cross-contamination hazards with food. This IOSH-approved level 2 food hygiene course is expertly designed to help caterers, chefs, hospitality staff and other food handlers improve their food hygiene practices and remain compliant with UK legislation. We also offer a complete food hygiene training course bundle.

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Food Hygiene Level 3 Training Course

This IIRSM & RoSPA-approved Food Hygiene Level 3 course is aimed at supervisors, managers, or business owners working in the food industry. It identifies key areas within food safety and hygiene, allowing problems to be identified and resolved with the ultimate aim of ensuring good practices throughout the whole business. This course matches the CIEH syllabus and meets UK/EU legal requirements.

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HACCP Training Level 2

Our HACCP Level 2 training course is essential for professionals working in the hospitality and retail industry, or anyone else that produces, handles, retail or distributes consumable products. Businesses are legally required to implement HACCP as a food safety management system. Our Level 2 HACCP training course provides an in-depth insight into the framework for monitoring food throughout its entire life cycle, UK legislation, the 12 stages of HACCP, and more.

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Food Allergy Awareness Training

This Food Allergy Awareness Training is an essential piece of training for those producing, selling or handling food. All staff handling food should have a thorough understanding of allergens and the potential dangers surrounding them. This course also includes the requirements for pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) food labelling legislation changes that come into effect on the 1st October 2021 (Also known as Natasha's law).

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