Basic Food Safety & Hygiene – Level 1

Dive into the essentials of food safety with our Level 1 Food Safety and Hygiene course, crafted to align with the Food Safety Authority of Ireland’s guidelines. This course is a must for anyone entering the food service industry, ensuring that all staff, regardless of their role, receive the foundational training mandated by Food Safety legislation.

Ideal Participants:

• Newcomers to the food industry without prior experience.
• Casual food handlers with minimal food contact.
• Support staff performing low-risk tasks.

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of:

• Food Safety Principles: Recognize the hazards and risks in food preparation.
• Preventing Food Contamination: Identify the causes of food poisoning and contamination and learn prevention strategies.
• Storage and Handling: Master the critical aspects of storing, preparing, handling, and cooking food safely.
• Legal Compliance: Understand the responsibilities of food workers and the structural requirements of food premises.
• Pest Management: Tactics for identifying and controlling pest infestations.
• Hygiene Maintenance: The significance of regular cleaning and the creation of cleaning schedules.
• HACCP System: Introduction to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points.

Course Details:

• Content Overview: Includes food safety awareness, contamination prevention, safe food procedures, personal hygiene, and an introduction to HACCP.
• Assessment Method: Completion of a theory test.
• Duration: A concise yet comprehensive 3-hour session.
• Certification: Earn the Level 1 Wright Safety Services Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate.
• Capacity: Limited to 15 participants to ensure a quality learning experience.

For those seeking flexibility, we also provide an online version of the Basic Food Safety and Hygiene – Level 1 Course.

Take the First Step Towards Food Safety Excellence:

Embark on your journey to becoming a proficient food safety practitioner. Register now to ensure you and your team are well-versed in the fundamentals of food safety and hygiene, laying the groundwork for a safer food handling environment.