Training of food handlers

All food operators have a legal duty to ensure that the food that they produce is safe to eat, of an acceptable quality and is properly labelled.

They also have a legal duty to ensure that the health, safety and welfare of the public and any staff or contractors are protected from any hazards that arise from their operations.

We work with local traders to ensure that these standards are met and where appropriate by using its enforcement powers to protect the public.

By law all food handlers must receive adequate supervision, instruction and/or training in food hygiene for the work that they do. There is no legal requirement to attend a formal training or get a qualification, although many businesses may want their staff to do so.

The Brent Adult & Community Education Service runs the CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering. This course covers:

• Food Poisoning: Where it comes from and how it gets into our food;
• Prevention: How to prevent contamination and the growth of bacteria;
• The law: A brief summary of food law and how it affects you.

This course is held over one full day, which includes a short examination. The cost per candidate is £80.

Bookings

To book a place, please contact Brent Adult & CommunityEducation Service on (020) 8795 3977 or visit BACES, Madison House, 2nd Floor, 24-28 London Road, Wembley, HA9 7HD