Course Overview

Qualsafe 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.

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?

  • 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

  • Workflow, work surfaces and equipment

  • Cleaning and disinfection

  • Waste disposal

  • Pest control

  • Safe food handling practices including time and temperature controls

  • Stock control procedures

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  • Up-to-date equipment & training methods

  • Fully trained and experienced trainers

  • Relatable and enjoyable delivery

Excel has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism and commitment to delivering high-quality training.

The feedback from our delegates has been overwhelmingly positive and this clearly reflects their ability to ensure a positive learning experience in line with not just our ethics, but also their own.

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