CIEH (New) Level 3 Awards in Food Safety

For those working in all food businesses at a supervisory level

Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering
Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing
Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Retail

Overview

Changes in legislation effective from January 2006 have placed greater onus and accountability on anyone in the food business with supervisory responsibility. It is therefore vital they are equipped with both the knowledge and confidence to do their job effectively.

New levels

In response to the requirements of the Sector Skills Councils and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the CIEH are launching new sector-specific awards in food safety which will replace the CIEH Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety.

Outline programme

The qualification covers the following topics:

Legislation
Supervisory management
Temperature control (chilling, cooking)
Cleaning
Contamination control
Applying and monitoring good hygiene practices
Implementing good food safety procedures
Contributing to the safety training of others

Qualification information

Designed for:	Managers and supervisors in medium and large manufacturing or catering businesses
Course duration:	Three day programme
Assessment method:	Multiple choice examination
QCA Accredited:	Yes
Level:	New Level 3
Suggested progression on completion:	Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering Level 4 Award in Food Safety Management for Manufacturing