Food Hygiene Awareness
Under the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006, all food businesses in the UK must ensure the food they prepare, store, and serve is safe to eat. This Food Hygiene Awareness training course provides a clear introduction to food safety and helps staff understand their responsibilities when working with food.
This course is suitable for anyone who handles food in a professional setting. It is ideal for staff working in care homes, cafés, schools, catering services, and other environments where food preparation or service takes place. Therefore, learners gain the knowledge needed to follow safe procedures, reduce contamination risks, and support legal compliance.
The training covers essential food hygiene topics, including personal hygiene, cross-contamination, safe food storage, cleaning routines, and pest control. In addition, learners develop an understanding of the legal framework that governs food safety and why following these rules protects both consumers and businesses.
No prior experience is required. By the end of this Food Hygiene Awareness course, learners feel more confident handling food safely and maintaining high standards of hygiene in their day-to-day work.
What You Will Learn
- The importance of food safety and why it matters
- Key microbiological hazards and how they contribute to food poisoning
- Common sources of food contamination and how to control them
- Safe methods for preparing, handling, and storing food
- Personal hygiene standards for anyone working with food
- How to prevent foodborne illnesses through proper temperature control
- Effective cleaning and disinfection routines
- Identifying and managing food pests
- Basic food safety law, including the Food Safety Act 1990 and Food Hygiene Regulations 2006
- The legal responsibilities of food handlers and food businesses
Certification
All participants will receive a certificate of achievement upon successful completion of the course.
Related Courses
If you’re looking to expand your knowledge further, you might also be interested in our Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety course.
Course Location & Service Areas
We deliver in-house training at your workplace or chosen venue, tailored to your needs and schedule. This flexible approach removes the need to send staff off-site for essential learning.
Our experienced trainers deliver courses across Manchester and Greater Manchester, supporting organisations throughout the North West.
We also provide on-site training throughout England, covering major cities, towns, and regions nationwide, including North England, South England, London, and Surrey.
For added flexibility, this course is also available remotely via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, making it ideal for teams based in multiple locations or working remotely.
Wherever and however the training is delivered, all sessions are led by experienced Prima Cura Training instructors and meet the same high standards.
