eLearning Courses
Food Safety and Hygiene Courses
When storing or preparing food, it is essential that food standards are achieved and maintained to meet food safety and hygiene compliance.
This CPD accredited and RoSPA assured food safety and hygiene training aims to provide learners with the right knowledge on key aspects of food safety and food hygiene. We offer a wide suite of food safety training for different levels, meaning that whatever training you need, we’ve got you covered.
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Food Safety Level 1
Food Safety Level 1 introduces the topic of food safety including the obligations to maintain high standards of personal hygiene and wearing protective equipment.
Food Safety Level 2
Food Safety Level 2 offers those working with food the essential knowledge they need to prepare and handle food in line with food safety laws.
Food Safety Level 3
Food Safety Level 3 is aimed at food supervisors, providing valuable information on the 14 types of food allergens and what factors effect bacterial growth.
Food Allergy training
Ensure you comply with UK allergen laws with our food allergy training. Understand the allergy dangers and precautions needed during food preparation and service.
HACCP food safety
Our HACCP food safety course (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) training equips learners with in-depth knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical hazards, providing a comprehensive understanding of the systematic preventative approach to food safety.
Food Law training
If you are employed in the food industry you must be aware of the relevant laws and how to maintain the correct levels of cleanliness. Our training offers hygiene routines you should follow and your illness reporting responsibilities.
Food Safety Refresher training
This course will refresh your knowledge of the factors that influence food safety and the measures you can use to keep food and consumers safe.
Benefits of our Food Safety training
It's essential for businesses to provide accurate and up-to-date food safety training. Here's how we can help:
Learn on Your Schedule: Our food safety training is available online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and convenience. This is especially beneficial for busy food handlers who work irregular hours.
Engaging Content: Through knowledge checks, case studies and end of course assessments, our training keeps you engaged and helps reinforce key concepts.
Up-to-Date Regulations: Our training is regularly updated to reflect the latest food safety regulations, ensuring you are compliant with industry standards.
What’s included in our Food Safety training courses?
Food Safety training created by experts
Our food safety training has been created alongside subject matter experts to ensure employees understand the risks associated with food safety and hygiene and the importance of stringent food safety laws.
It also means learners get the most up-to-date content which adhered to the latest laws and regulations.
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Who is this online Food Safety training for?
Our eLearning content covers a range of sectors, ensuring you get training right for your business.
For anyone storing or preparing food
This course is ideal for anyone who works in the food industry, such as restaurant owners, pub managers and cafe workers. It is also suitable for those who handle food in roles within catering, hospitality and manufacturing.
For Health and Social Care
This training is also suitable for those working within health and social care. By understanding and implementing proper food hygiene practices, these professionals can help prevent foodborne illnesses, which can have severe consequences for vulnerable individuals.
Assured and Accredited Food Safety Training Courses
What our customers say
We would 100% recommend Access Health & Safety as the dynamic feedback mechanism as it provides the information and visibility that we need in a decentralised business. For example, we know at a glance that we have visibility of completed training, outstanding training, risk ratings, and pass scores, etc.
The service provided is excellent. Access People are always helpful and quick to respond. With Access Health & Safety, I have managed to save on the cost of consultants and production losses.
In the initial 10 weeks since onboarding, the HR team have rolled out 8 mandatory health and safety training modules. In that timeframe, over 80% of the business have undertaken over 1575 hours of essential training.
Part of our comprehensive Health and Safety training catalogue
Our comprehensive, accredited Health and Safety training catalogue covers a broad range of topics to help businesses create a culture of safety and promote a safe and secure working environment, ultimately protecting employees and stakeholders.
Empowering employees to understand relevant risks and mandatory health and safety requirements in the workplace, this training reduces the risk of legal repercussions and safeguards the reputation of your organisation, while ensuring all stakeholders are protected in the workplace.
- As the UK’s largest provider of health and safety training, we provide a wide range of eLearning courses addressing everything from specialist areas such as Safeguarding and Specialist Environments to fundamental training covering physical and mental wellbeing
- CPD accredited and produced and written by industry-specific subject matter experts
- Engaging and accessible content, including real-life scenarios and bitesize modules
- End of course assessments to ensure knowledge retention and provide effective reporting to governing bodies
- Robust reporting and powerful tracking to ensure compliance and peace of mind.
A holistic approach to safety in the workplace, that includes not just Food Hygiene and Safety training but a wide array of health and safety courses, is crucial for businesses in maintaining its reputation and building strong and successful teams.
See what training is included in our broader health and safety training suite.
Want to find out why Food Safety Training is so important?
Why use Access Learning for Food Safety and hygiene training?
- Credible content – our courses are accredited, endorsed and designed in partnership with subject matter experts.
- Multi-platform learning - optimised for mobile and tablet, meaning less text and more engaging, easily accessible content.
- True ‘bitesize’ microlearning – making your learning experience more manageable, efficient and relevant.
- Learning pathways - split courses up into digestible topics to make it quicker and easier to find training in the flow of work.
- Accessible - we are working to make our content more accessible and are designing content with reference to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines.
- Updated and refreshed – Access Learning courses are regularly updated ensuring the most up to date and compliant content.
FAQs
Here's some commonly asked questions:
How long does training take to complete?
These Food Hygiene and safety training modules take approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.
How often should employees take this training?
Employees should typically take Food Safety training at least once a year or whenever there is a significant change in legislation or internal processes. This ensures that they remain aware of their responsibilities and any updates to reporting procedures.
It’s also a good practice to provide refresher training when:
- New staff are hired, especially those in roles responsible for food preparation and safety.
- Regulatory bodies recommend updates or changes to food hygiene and safety regulations.
Some companies may require more frequent training depending on the risk level of the work environment.
Can employees complete the training at their own pace?
Yes, our online platform allows employees to start, pause, and resume the training at their convenience. This makes the important information easily digestible and can be fit into their busy workday.
How do we track employee completion of the training?
Our system provides detailed reporting, including completion rates, quiz scores, and certificates of completion. This ensures that training is completed on time and managers can be alerted to any upcoming deadlines.
Is the training accessible for employees with disabilities?
Yes, our training is fully compliant with WCAG 2.1 guidelines and includes features such as closed captioning and screen reader compatibility, making it accessible to everyone.
What support do you offer if we have technical issues?
We provide 24/7 technical support via email and phone, with a typical response time of under two hours.
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