

Food Safety Training

HABC Level 2 Awards in Food Safety
Fundamental food hygiene knowledge for all food handlers

The Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering is a qualification aimed at caterers and other food handlers. The qualification is intended for candidates already working in catering and those who are preparing to work in the industry.
Persons gaining this qualification will know that food safety is the responsibility of everyone involved in the storage, preparation, cooking, service and handling of food. Its topics are regarded by the Foods Standards Agency as being important to maintaining good practice in the production of safe food.
The qualification is firmly based on the Level 2 National Occupational Standards developed by People 1st the Sector Skills Council for the hospitality industry.
The qualification can be taken as a free standing qualification or as part of a
wider programme of training.
Qualification information:
Designed for anyone working in a catering, manufacturing or retail setting where food is prepared, cooked and handled.
Course duration: One day programme
Assessment method: 30 question multiple-choice examination
Recognised by Ofqual, DCELLS and CCEA
Suggested progression on completion:
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Manufacturing
Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Retail