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.

Intended Audience

The QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Retail (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification has been specifically designed for people working, or planning to work, in a food retail environment such as: supermarkets, corner shops or premises with hot and chilled food display counters.

Course Overview

During this 1 day course, Learners will build an understanding on the importance of food safety in a retail environment. Topics covered include: personal responsibility for food safety, the importance of personal hygiene, keeping work areas clean and hygienic, safe food handling practices and keeping food products safe.

Assessment Methods

1 x Theory assessment (Multiple Choice Question Paper) and continuous formative assessment conducted throughout the course.

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