Food Hygiene - Overview
The aim of this food hygiene training module is to raise understanding and achieve good standards of food
safety and hygiene. Upon completion learners will have an understanding of a wide range of key food safety
issues, including the three main types of food safety hazard, their sources and methods of control. Learners
will know the correct temperatures needed for storage and food handling activities from delivery through
to sale, and be aware of common food pests and how to control them, along with the principles of cleaning
and disinfection and how these apply to the workplace.
Structure
This Food Hygiene module is structured into a number of learning activities which are supported by
graphics, animations, a wide range of challenges and a quiz.
Target audience
This food safety and hygiene module is aimed at anyone working in a role that involves contact with
food, or the management of such people; regulations require that anyone involved in food handling
must be appropriately trained in food safety. The module can be used either as Induction, Awareness,
Refresher or Foundation Training.
Online assessment
Online assessment is provided through the use of the Virtual College's TMS, which offers a complete
online assessment linked to an individual's training record. On completion of the training, trainees
will sit the on-line test.
Training Material
The online training material used in the course is annually quality checked by the Royal Institute of Public
Health for use as self-study food safety training material at level 2 (formerly known as Foundation or Basic
Food Hygiene at Level 1). On completion of the training and successfully passing the on-line test, trainees
will receive a Virtual College Certificate. Certificates are issued within 10 working days of successful completion.
Cost
£25.00 (plus VAT) including Food Hygiene certificate.
Email:
food@virtual-college.co.uk
What our customers have said
"Once I got started on the course I found it very enjoyable and interactive. I liked the layout and the way it's put together - easy to understand, simple, lots of colour, easy to read and do. I also like the way you can call for help and get it instantly. "
23/5/08 – C. Durham
"I can do it at my own leisure without classroom pressure and people watching over you. "
27/5/08 - West Yorkshire
"The way it is presented, I thought it was clear and conducive to learning. I was very impressed. "
02/06/08 – Coventry
"It's very visual as well as informative."
18/01/08 – Aberdeen, Scotland
"Thank you, i found the step by step instructions easy to follow, and a great deal of information to help me complete the course."
S.K. 16.08.2006
"thank you very much for your website. i enjoyed doing the training which helped me to achieve a positive result."
C.C. 15/08/2006
"This course was very educational and I enjoyed doing it. I found it straightforward and well presented. In my opinion it ought to be taken by everyone, not just people in the food industry"
R.S. 09.08.2006
"Thanks for an enjoyable learning experience, my first for a while."
B.M. 30.07.2006
"What a brilliant course. worth every penny. would recommend to others. easy to follow and use. thank you virtual college."
J H 20.06.2006
"Helpful staff and the best virtual learning so far online..!! " October 06
"I found it easy to put my full attention into the material as it was eye-catching and easy to follow" - BBEMI - South Yorkshire
"Enjoyed it" - Jo's Plaice
"It was a course that you are able to work at your own speed and able to leave a section and restart when it suited you" - Bob's Popcorn
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