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Food Hygiene Training

ChefThe aim of our food hygiene training is to ensure that everyone involved in the food business, from junior staff to senior management, possesses the necessary skills and knowledge to prevent any risk of food poisoning by carrying out their tasks hygienically, giving you a more efficient and cost effective business.

 

The Environmental Health Service has considerable up to date knowledge and experience of food safety and hygiene issues and is able to help you meet the training requirements of your organisation.

Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering

This course is certified by the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and the candidate will sit the CIEH examination.  The course will benefit anyone working in a situation where food is prepared, cooked and served. Relevant to all catering businesses, for example, pubs, hotels, restaurants, retail, travel, contract catering, fast food outlets, in hospitals, care and nursing homes and schools.

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The qualification provides an introduction to food safety and focuses on eight key areas:

 

Candidates learn through a variety of methods including lectures, slides, videos and discussions to highlight the basics of safe food handling.  All students receive an illustrated handbook which has been written specifically to complement the course.

Length of Course

The course consists of a one day intensive session, plus a short multi-choice test at the end. Arrangements may be made for the test to be taken in a written or oral form.

Qualification

All successful candidates will receive the nationally recognized Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering issued by the CIEH .

What’s the Cost?

The Level 2 course is priced at £59.00 per person, which covers all course materials, course handbook and examination costs.  Permits are issued to those attending the courses to cover the cost of parking at the Civic Centre.

Course Dates

The current course dates are:

 

Date Course Times
Wednesday 08 September 2010 Level 2 9am to 5pm

Booking forms

If you would like to request a booking form please email Julia Newbold or telephone 01233 330470. 

Course Refreshments

Hot and cold drinks and biscuits are available throughout the courses and seminars. Lunch is not however provided for the full day course.

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Block bookings can be made for between 10 and 25 candidates per course. We can be flexible in arranging the dates and venue to suit your individual needs. To arrange a block booking please email Julia Newbold or telephone 01233 330470.

Courses in Other Languages

From time to time we are able to offer courses taught in the following languages:

 

These are only available where the candidate has English language difficulties. If you are interested in a course in one of these languages please email Julia Newbold or telephone 01233 330470.

Contact Us

If you have any queries about food hygiene training or would like further information please email Julia Newbold or telephone 01233 330470.

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