Food Safety
Learning about food safety training and effectively applying best practices in the workplace is an essential step toward ensuring the well-being of customers and employees.
This blog section offers an in-depth exploration of why this topic is so important, and the posts aim to emphasise this significance.
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HSEDocs provides Level 2 Food Allergen Training Courses for retailers and manufacturers, with an internationally recognised certificate for individuals responsible for handling and preparing food. This comprehensive course covers all essential topics related to food allergens, guaranteeing that you acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to handle food safely and responsibly. Upon finishing the course, you will receive a certificate of competency in level 2 food allergen safety standards.
Read More >What are food allergens?
For some individuals, exposure to an allergen can trigger severe reactions. Anaphylaxis is the most extreme form of allergic reaction and can be life-threatening. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include difficulty breathing, a rapid drop in blood pressure, and potential loss of consciousness. Swift recognition and treatment with adrenaline auto-injectors are critical in these situations. Emergency services must be called in all cases of anaphylaxis, and the patient should receive hospital treatment.
Read More >Who Needs Level 1 Food Safety Training?
The UK government states that employers are responsible for staff hygiene training. This can be either a formal programme or informal training, such as on-the-job training or self-study. The government also provides information and guidance on food safety management procedures for small businesses using its SFBB (Safer Food Better Business) packs. Food safety legislation is designed to protect consumers by setting standards for how food should be handled, prepared, and stored. Learning about the key points of food safety legislation in the level 1 food safety course ensures that food handlers understand their legal responsibilities and the importance of compliance.
Read More >Who Needs Level 3 Food Safety Training?
Level 3 training focuses on the importance of continuous monitoring and regular audits to maintain hygienic and safe food standards regarding the premises, the food, and the equipment used. These individuals are responsible for daily operations, creating and enforcing food safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with local and national regulations. Level 3 food safety training is about planning, routine maintenance, and methodically and proactively addressing food safety issues. Participants are also trained in all the topics covered in Level 2.
Read More >Who Is Level 2 Food Hygiene Training For?
This course is suitable for all people who prepare food. Upon successful completion, a certificate is awarded that is valid for three years, internationally recognised, and counts towards the FHRS Food Hygiene Rating. To determine the level of food hygiene training you need, consider your job role and daily tasks. Front of House & Waiting staff require Level 1 training, as do Portera & Assistants. Chefs and Line Cooks require Level 2 training. Kitchen Managers & Supervisors need a Level 3 certificate. Restaurant Owners or Ops Managers need the Level 4.
Read More >Who Needs a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate?
Level 3 Food Safety and Hygiene training is imperative for anyone who manages or supervises others who handle food or drinks. This includes kitchen managers and supervisors, head chefs, food business owners, managers and supervisors at food retailers and manufacturers, and landlords and pub owners, regardless of whether the premises serve food. A Level 3 Food Hygiene course teaches everything in a Level 2 course, as well as kitchen hygiene management using the HACCP system to plan, record, and manage appropriate food safety systems and their timescales.
Read More >Is Level One Food Hygiene Training for You? Let's Find Out!
Are you considering taking a food hygiene certificate Level 1 training course but unsure if it's right for you? This blog post will explore who can benefit from this training and whether it suits you. Food hygiene certificate Level 1 is for people serving meals, delivering or handling prepackaged foods, or handling raw foodstuffs requiring no refrigeration or specific shelf life, such as fruit, nuts, and vegetables; dried rice and pasta; tea bags; herbs and spices.
Read More >HSEDocs' Food Safety Courses: An International Standard for Cruise Ships
internationally recognised food safety courses specifically designed for the unique challenges cruise ships face. Our HSEDocs food safety courses provide comprehensive training to help cruise ship operators and staff maintain a safe and hygienic food environment for passengers.
Read More >Free Food Allergy and Intolerance Training
In the UK, staff working in food establishments must undergo allergen training. This training is essential for understanding food allergies and intolerances and ensures customer safety and satisfaction. The Food Standards Agency (FSA) offers a free allergen course, which we believe to be the best option out of many available. Your role in ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our customers is crucial, and we are here to support you in this responsibility.
Read More >Trying to Find an Online Training Provider?
At HSEDocs, we've got you covered with a diverse array of online health and safety training courses. Whether it's an online Manual Handling Course, a Food Safety Level 2 Course, a Working at Height Online Course, an Asbestos Awareness Course, or an online Diversity Training Course, we have the course that suits your needs.
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