Course Overview
The Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety course provides learners with essential knowledge of basic food safety principles and hygiene standards required in food-related environments. This qualification focuses on identifying common food safety hazards, understanding legal responsibilities, maintaining personal hygiene, and supporting safe food handling practices within the workplace.
This course is ideal for individuals who work in environments where food is prepared, stored, or served but do not directly handle food as part of their role. It ensures awareness of food safety risks and promotes compliance with current UK food safety legislation.
By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:
Understand the importance of food hygiene in the workplace
Identify common biological, chemical, physical, and allergenic hazards
Recognise the causes of foodborne illness and methods of prevention
Explain the basics of UK food safety legislation, including the Food Safety Act
Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
Support effective cleaning, disinfection, and waste management procedures
This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and understanding required to:
(Please note: Individuals who directly handle food should progress to a Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety qualification.)
This course is suitable for:
No prior experience is required.
Introduction to Food Hygiene and Foodborne Illness
UK Food Safety Legislation and Responsibilities
Types of Food Safety Hazards
Hazard Control Measures and Safe Practices
Cleaning, Disinfection, and Waste Management
Personal Hygiene and Workplace Standards
Safe Storage and Temperature Control Basics
The course is delivered fully online through interactive modules with audio voiceover. Learners can study at their own pace using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone. 24/7 learner assistance is available, and the course content has been developed by qualified food safety professionals.
Assessment is conducted through an online multiple-choice examination at the end of the course. Results are provided instantly. Learners may retake the assessment if required at no additional cost.
Successful learners may progress to:
Upon successful completion, learners will receive an accredited Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety certificate. A digital certificate is issued instantly, with the option to request a printed copy (postal charges apply). While certificates do not have a fixed expiry date, annual refresher training is recommended to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
Course Accreditation & Features
Who should take the Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety course?
This course is ideal for employees who work in food environments but do not directly prepare or handle food.
What topics are covered?
The course covers food safety legislation, types of hazards, cleaning and disinfection, personal hygiene, and basic hazard control measures.
Do I need prior knowledge?
No previous experience or qualifications are required to enrol on this course.
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Easy to follow and relevant information. Option to re-do quizzes was great too.
4 months agoGot way more than I expected with this course. Extremely detailed. You're able to engage in the modules as much or as little as your time availability. I highly recommend.
4 months agoThe course was very in-depth, informative and covered quite a wide variety of subjects.
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