QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety For Retail (QCF)

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QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety Refresher training recommended every 3 years
Ofqual regulated
1 day course

Did you know that there are more than 500,000 cases of food poisoning in the UK each year? EU and UK regulations state that all food handlers must receive appropriate training in food safety practices relevant to their duties. However, having a good understanding of food safety practices is not only a legal requirement, it is also essential in protecting the
health of both consumers and food handlers.

The QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Retail (QCF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification designed for those working, or planning to work, in a food retail environment such as: supermarkets, corner shops or premises with hot and chilled food display counters.  Successful candidates will develop a strong understanding of the importance of food safety, including correct food handling practices and measures to reduce the risk of contamination.

What’s Covered?

The importance of food safety
Food safety laws
Legal responsibilities of food handlers
Types of contamination and the associated risks

Bacteriology
• Food poisoning
• Foodborne illnesses

An introduction to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Personal hygiene
Design of premises and equipment
Cleaning and disinfection
Waste disposal
Pest control

Safe food handling practices including time and temperature controls
• Cooking & reheating
• Chilling
• Cooling
• Freezing
• Hot holding
• Displaying food
• Temperature measuring devices
• Core temperatures
• Food preservation
• Storage

Stock control procedures
Food spoilage