In the UK, foodborne pathogens cause over 2.4 million cases of disease annually and consequently, food safety is crucial to ensuring that food is suitable for consumption. Individuals working within the catering industry, or those providing food services, have a responsibility to maintain the quality and safety of the food they serve. To fulfil this duty effectively, they must be trained to meet appropriate standards. Food safety courses provide professionals with the essential knowledge to handle and prepare food safely, ensuring high standards of hygiene.
What A Food Safety Course Covers
A level 2 food hygiene course gives trainees a comprehensive understanding of food safety hazards and the importance of personal hygiene and a clean work environment. Furthermore, a course provides training on the use of personal protective equipment; proper food handling procedures; temperature and stock control; pest management as well as allergen awareness and responding to allergic reactions. Courses that provide an immersive learning experience, incorporating practical activities throughout the process, can make learning these topics and earning the qualification both engaging and enjoyable.
Who Should Take A Food Safety Course
A food safety course isn’t just for kitchen professionals. While it is essential for those working solely in a kitchen to take a food hygiene course, the benefits extend to other professions as well. Childcare professionals who serve food, staff in residential homes, employees in B&B’s who prepare and serve food, and individuals working in food storage and preparation can all benefit from this training. Individuals working in these professions are often busy, and fortunately, these courses do not require a significant time commitment. Some courses can be completed in as little as 6 hours, allowing you to gain your qualification in under a full day!
How To Enrol In A Course
Food safety courses enhance your business by increasing food hygiene awareness within your operations, creating a safer work environment and ensuring the safety of your customers or clients through the services you provide. If this is something that could benefit your business, enrol in the Winterbury training Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering today!
