Food Safety
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.
Who needs these qualifications?
Everyone who works with food has a special responsibility for safeguarding the health of consumers and ensures that the food they serve or sell is perfectly safe to eat.
AOSH UK Food Safety qualifications are designed for anyone working in catering, hospitality or manufacturing settings where food is cooked, prepared, served or produced. Workplaces include fast-food outlets pubs, restaurants, hotels, hospitals, care and nursing homes, schools and the armed forces.
AOSH UK offers the following Food Safety qualifications:
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the importance of good personal and workplace hygiene and how to keep food safe from contamination. This qualification allows learners to take responsibility for food safety in a catering environment.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 1-day training course or 2 half-day training sessions (9 hours).
Course overview
Learners will build an understanding on the importance of safe food handling practices and keeping foods safe. Topics covered include: food safety laws, types of contamination and the associated risks, bacteriology, personal hygiene, safe food handling practices and more. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 2 Award in Food Safety Catering is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) for theory and underpinning knowledge. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 7:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the importance of good personal and workplace hygiene and how to keep food safe from contamination. This qualification allows learners to take responsibility for food safety in a Manufacturing environment.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 1-day training course or 2 half-day training sessions (9 hours).
Course overview
Learners will build an understanding of safe food handling practices and the importance of keeping foods safe. Topics covered include: personal responsibility for food safety, importance of personal hygiene, keeping work areas clean and hygienic, and the importance of keeping products safe. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 2 Award in Food Safety Manufacturing is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) for theory and underpinning knowledge. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 7:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop skills, knowledge, and understanding of the importance of good personal and workplace hygiene and how to keep food safe from contamination. This qualification allows learners to take responsibility for food safety in a Retail environment.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 1-day training course or 2 half-day training sessions (9 hours).
Course overview
Learners will build an understanding of safe food handling practices and the importance of keeping foods safe. Topics covered include: personal responsibility for food safety, importance of personal hygiene, keeping work areas clean and hygienic, and the importance of keeping products safe. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 2 Award in Food Safety Retail is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) for theory and underpinning knowledge. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 7:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification is designed for those working or preparing to work in food businesses where a food safety management system based on Codex Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles are implemented. It provides essential knowledge on the development and application of HACCP-based food safety management systems.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 1-day training course or 2 half-day training sessions (9 hours).
Course overview
Learners will build an understanding & the purpose of a HACCP system, identify the features and terminology of HACCP, and learn how a HACCP system is applied in the workplace. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 2 Award in Principles of HACCP is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) for theory and underpinning knowledge. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 7:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This two-unit qualification provides essential knowledge on workplace and personal hygiene and product safety. It enables candidates to gain a sound understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) based food safety management systems.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 2-days training course (16 hours).
Course overview
Learners will build an understand how individuals can take personal responsibility for food safety, Understand the importance of keeping clean and hygienic, Understand how working areas are kept clean and hygienic, Understand the importance of keeping products safe, Know the purpose of a HACCP system, Identify the features and terminology of HACCP. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 2 Award in HACCP based Food Safety System in Manufacturing is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) for theory and underpinning knowledge. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 9:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification has been developed specifically to improve the food safety knowledge of supervisors, team leaders and line managers working in the catering industry. This includes those working in care. It is particularly suitable for those owning or managing a small catering business. Particularly relevant for those who have to develop or monitor HACCP-based food safety management procedures and systems
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 3-days training course (24 hours).
Course overview
Topics covered include legislation, personal hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, contamination hazards, pest control, waste disposal and temperature control. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the Qualification Specification. please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Catering is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) and practical demonstration. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 18:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification has been developed specifically to improve the food safety knowledge of supervisors, team leaders and line managers working in the catering industry. This includes those working in care. It is particularly suitable for those owning or managing a small catering business. Particularly relevant for those who have to develop or monitor HACCP-based food safety management procedures and systems
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 3-days training course (24 hours).
Course overview
Topics covered include legislation, personal hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, contamination hazards, pest control, waste disposal and temperature control. For a more detailed overview of the topics covered, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Catering is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) and practical demonstration. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 18:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Who needs this qualification?
This qualification has been developed specifically to improve the food safety knowledge of supervisors, team leaders and line managers working in the catering industry. This includes those working in care. It is particularly suitable for those owning or managing a small catering business.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 3-days training course (24 hours).
Course overview
Topics covered include legislation, personal hygiene, cleaning and disinfection, contamination hazards, pest control, waste disposal and temperature control. please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Retail is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by MultiChoice Questions (MCQ) and practical demonstration. To Awarded this qualification the Learner must achieve a percentage pass in the MCQ paper.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 18:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel including:
Production managers, Trainers, Owners or managers of food businesses, Hygiene auditors & Shift managers or supervisors.
Who needs this qualification?
AOSH UK Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering provides those in managerial and supervisory positions in catering businesses (for example business owners, production managers, and hygiene auditors) with the in-depth knowledge and understanding to be able to guide and advise on the management of food safety systems and staff in their workplace. It will help candidates to ensure that their business complies with all legal requirements for food safety.
Managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel including:
Production managers, Trainers, Owners or managers of food businesses, Hygiene auditors & Shift managers or supervisors.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 5-days training course (40 hours).
Course overview
Topics covered include an introduction to food safety and contamination, microbiology (multiplication and survival hazards), food-borne illness, personal hygiene, training and education, food safety management and HACCP, please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Prerequisite
It is recommended that candidates have achieved the AOSH UK Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing (or equivalent, recommended)
Suggested Progression
The Candidates who successfully complete eligible to apply to be a trainer to deliver programmes leading to the level 1, 2 or 3 food safety qualifications, provided they have a training qualification and appropriate work experience.
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by Controlled assignment and written examination.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 30:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.
Managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel including:
Production managers, Trainers, Owners or managers of food businesses, Hygiene auditors & Shift managers or supervisors.
Who needs this qualification?
AOSH UK Level 4 Award in Food Safety Management for Manufacturing provides those in managerial and supervisory positions in food manufacturing businesses (for example business owners, production managers, and hygiene auditors) with the in-depth knowledge and understanding to be able to guide and advise on the management of food safety systems and staff in their workplace. It will help candidates to ensure that their business complies with all legal requirements for food safety.
Managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel including:
Production managers, Trainers, Owners or managers of food businesses, Hygiene auditors & Shift managers or supervisors.
How long will it take?
Delivery would typically be through a 5-days training course (40 hours).
Course overview
Topics covered include an introduction to food safety and contamination, microbiology (multiplication and survival hazards), food-borne illness, personal hygiene, training and education, food safety management and HACCP , please download the:
Class size maximum
12 Learners (1 Trainer)
Certificate validity
The Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering is valid for a period of three years.
Where can this course taken?
Through any AOSH UK approved training centre (ATC)
Prerequisite
It is recommended that candidates have achieved the AOSH UK Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing (or equivalent, recommended)
Suggested Progression
The Candidates who successfully complete eligible to apply to be a trainer to deliver programmes leading to the level 1, 2 or 3 food safety qualifications, provided they have a training qualification and appropriate work experience.
Assessment method
This qualification is assessed by Controlled assignment and written examination.
Learners Registration Fees
AOSH UK is passionate about providing the highest quality service and support at competitive prices.
Fee per registration per candidate (excluding VAT): 30:00
We are fast and reliable
AOSH UK provides high-quality assessment materials and documentation, which are free with registration. Our pricing is competitive, and we issue results and certificates much faster than most other awarding organisations. We also pride ourselves on our strong customer support.
We are popular and trusted
AOSH UK courses and qualifications are delivered by approved centres across the UK and overseas. They’re also being delivered throughout the community by schools, employers, prisons and private training providers, so you don’t have to be a formal education institute to deliver our courses.
AOSH UK assigned dedicated and knowledgeable account manager and response with 24 hours.
We’re are highly experienced and a one-stop shop
AOSH UK courses are well-respected because our team has more than 100 years experience in developing, designing and providing training courses at a different level.