Be Prepared
Did you know that there are an estimated 1 million
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 in Catering
(RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised
qualification for people working, or planning to work, in
the food catering industry. The qualification is also ideal
for those who come into contact with food handling
areas due to the nature of their work, such as pest
control officers and delivery personnel.
Successful candidates will gain 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?
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The importance of food safety
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Food safety laws
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Legal responsibilities of food handlers
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Types of contamination and the associated risks
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Bacteriology
• Food poisoning
• Foodborne illnesses
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An introduction to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
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Personal hygiene
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Work flow, work surfaces and equipment
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Cleaning and disinfection
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Waste disposal
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Pest control
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Safe food handling practices including time and
temperature controls
• Preparation
• Cooking & reheating
• Chilling
• Cooling
• Freezing
• Thawing
• Hot holding
• Displaying food
• Core temperatures
• Food preservation
• Storage
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Stock control procedures
