RSPH Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Retail
The Level 2 Award in Food Safety for Retail is a qualification that covers the basic principles of food safety for food handlers working in the food retail industry. The qualification is firmly based on the National Occupational Standards developed by Skillsmart, Retail the Sector Skills Council for the industry, and conforms to the qualification template developed by RSPH and other awarding bodies under the guidance of Skillsmart Retail.
Syllabus Outline
The course includes:
- Food poisoning
- Bacteriology
- Prevention of contamination and food poisoning
- Personal hygiene
- Premises, equipment and pest control
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Legislation
Learning Outcomes
To achieve this qualification a candidate must:
1. Explain how individuals can take personal responsibility for food safety, by being able to:
Outline the importance of food safety procedures
Report food safety hazards, infestations and food spoilage
Review the statutory requirements of food businesses and food operatives.
2. Describe how to keep him/herself clean and hygienic, by being able to:
Explain the importance of personal hygiene in food safety
Describe effective personal hygiene practices
3. Describe how to keep the working area clean and hygienic, by being able to:
Explain the importance of keeping the work area and equipment clean and tidy
State the importance of waste disposal
Outline the importance of pest control.
4. Explain how to keep the product safe, by being able to:
State the risk to food safety from contamination and cross contamination
Demonstrate an awareness of food poisoning
Describe food handling practices and procedures
Outline the importance of temperature control
Describe stock control
Recognise spoilage
Course Duration: 1 Day
Final Test: 30 multiple choice questions. The pass mark is 20/30. The duration of the examination is 40 minutes
Certification: The Royal Society for the Promotion of Health
Refresher Course: It is recommended that a refresher course is undertaken every 3 years.
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