Level 2 Food Safety Course

The Level 2 Award in food safety course is accredited through Highfield and is an ideal course for all staff who handle open food in any food industry.

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Level 2 Food Safety Course

Accredited through Highfield Qualifications, this Level 2 Food Safety Course designed for food handlers has the option to focus on the Catering, Manufacturing, Retail or Maritime sectors.

Qualification Name:
Highfield Level 2 Award in Food Safety
Who is this course for?
The Level 2 Food Safety course is an ideal course for all staff who handle open food.
Delivery Options:
In House Training
Public Course
Online Learning

Level 2 Food Safety Course

The Level 2 food safety course can be applied across multiple sectors including catering, retail, manufacturing and marine.  It is MCA approved so is suitable for super-yachts, cruise liners and ferry personnel. This course aims to provide key information to food handlers to ensure that they know the correct methods and principles of food handling, understand their legal requirement and keep the consumer safe.

Level 2 Food Safety Course Contents

  • Introduction to food safety
  • Microbiological hazards
  • Contamination and controls
  • Temperature controls
  • Pests
  • Cleaning and disinfection procedures
  • Personal hygiene
  • Legislation
  • Food Safety Management systems (HACCP)

Highfield currently provides around 70% of all regulated food safety qualifications and we’re extremely proud to be a Highfield-approved centre and offer industry-recognised qualifications that will enhance learners’ career prospects.  This course is accredited by Highfield and regulated by OFQUAL

Level 2 Food Safety (Catering) factsheet

Level 2 Food Safety (Manufacturing) factsheet

Level 2 Food Safety (Retail) factsheet 

Level 2 Food Safety at Sea factsheet and sample Qs

What next after Level 2 Food Safety?

After completing Level 2 Food Safety, the Level 3 Food Safety course provides more in-depth knowledge on the legal requirements surrounding food safety, and helps team leaders and supervisors to manage best practices within their teams.

Also you may wish to consider the Level 2 award in Food Allergen Awareness and the Level 3 award in Food Allergen Management.

Available Course Formats

  • In House Training
  • Public Course
  • Online Learning
Overview: A 1-day course delivered in your premises for up to 20 delegates.
Location: At your premises.
Dates: You choose a date that suit you.
Pricing: Price is dependent on class size and the location of the training. Please contact us for a quote.
What's included: 1 days training, course book, exam registration and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam.
Enquire about this course
Next course date: Friday 6th October 2023
Overview: A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam
Location: The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing: £80 + VAT (£96) per person

Book Your Place
Next course date: Friday 3rd November 2023
Overview: A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam
Location: The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing: £80 + VAT (£96) per person

Book Your Place
Next course date: Monday 6th November 2023
Overview: A 1-day open course with availability for up to 20 students
Location: Eastleigh - Venue to be confirmed
Pricing: £80 + VAT (£96) per person

Book Your Place
Next course date: Friday 1st December 2023
Overview: A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam.
Location: The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing: £80 + VAT (£96) per person

Book Your Place
Next course date: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Overview: A 1-day open course with availability for up to 20 students
Location: Eastleigh - Venue to be confirmed
Pricing: £88 + VAT (£105.60) per person

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What's included: Classroom course: 1 days training, course book, exam registration and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam. Light lunch and refreshments on the day.
Remote course: 1 days training, electronic course material, remote invigilated exam and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam.
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Overview: An online course for you to take at your own pace.
Location: Wherever you have internet access, such as at home or at work
Dates: At a time and date to suit you, you have one year from registration to complete the course
Pricing: £25 + VAT (£30) per person.

Book Your Place
What's included: Registration and access to the Highfield E-learning course for one year. A downloadable e-learning certificate on completion.
MCA approved training: For the MCA approved qualification, please have a look at the Zoom training courses and remote invigilated exams under the 'Public course' tab. The eLearning course on it's own is not accepted by the MCA
Enquire about this course
Overview:
A 1-day course delivered in your premises for up to 20 delegates.
Location:
At your premises.
Dates:
You choose a date that suit you.
Pricing:
Price is dependent on class size and the location of the training. Please contact us for a quote.
What's included:
1 days training, course book, exam registration and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam.
Next course date:
Friday 6th October 2023
Overview:
A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam
Location:
The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing:
£80 + VAT (£96) per person
Next course date:
Friday 3rd November 2023
Overview:
A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam
Location:
The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing:
£80 + VAT (£96) per person
Next course date:
Monday 6th November 2023
Overview:
A 1-day open course with availability for up to 20 students
Location:
Eastleigh - Venue to be confirmed
Pricing:
£80 + VAT (£96) per person
Next course date:
Friday 1st December 2023
Overview:
A 1-day virtual course taking place live over Zoom followed by a remote invigilated exam.
Location:
The virtual course can be done at home or work.
Pricing:
£80 + VAT (£96) per person
Next course date:
Tuesday 27th February 2024
Overview:
A 1-day open course with availability for up to 20 students
Location:
Eastleigh - Venue to be confirmed
Pricing:
£88 + VAT (£105.60) per person
What's included:
Classroom course: 1 days training, course book, exam registration and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam. Light lunch and refreshments on the day.
Remote course: 1 days training, electronic course material, remote invigilated exam and Highfield accredited certification on successfully passing the exam.
Overview:
An online course for you to take at your own pace.
Location:
Wherever you have internet access, such as at home or at work
Dates:
At a time and date to suit you, you have one year from registration to complete the course
Pricing:
£25 + VAT (£30) per person.
What's included:
Registration and access to the Highfield E-learning course for one year. A downloadable e-learning certificate on completion.
MCA approved training:
For the MCA approved qualification, please have a look at the Zoom training courses and remote invigilated exams under the 'Public course' tab. The eLearning course on it's own is not accepted by the MCA

Contact me using the below form to find out more, reserve your place or arrange in-house training at your own business premises.

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