Course detail
Food Hygiene Awareness CPD Course
This Food Hygiene Awareness CPD Course gives health and social care staff in England an awareness-level understanding of key food hygiene principles, responsibilities and safe working practices. It covers food hygiene law, safe food handling, contamination risks, allergen safety, temperature control, personal hygiene, cleaning standards and food safety responsibilities in care settings. It is designed to support staff who may prepare, handle, serve or supervise food and drink for adults receiving care and support. It does not provide a formal food safety qualification or specialist, advanced or role-specific food hygiene training.
Topics
16
Duration
1h
Quiz pass mark
100%
Course structure
Learning path
Topics are completed in order before the final assessment unlocks.
Course Description
Food Hygiene, the Law and Why It Matters
Food Safety Hazards
Food Poisoning, Bacteria and the Danger Zone
Allergens and Food Hypersensitivity
Preventing Cross-Contamination
Personal Hygiene for Food Handlers
Hand Hygiene Technique
Cleaning, Disinfection and Safe Use of Cleaning Chemicals
Cleaning Schedules, Waste Management and Pest Control
Deliveries, Stock Control and Traceability
Safe Storage: Chilled, Frozen, Dry and Hot-Held Food
Cooking, Cooling, Reheating and Serving Food Safely
Food Hygiene in Health and Social Care Settings
Food Safety Management, Training and Accountability
Summary
Final quiz
Final step13 questions and 100% required to pass and receive the certificate.
