This Food Hygiene & Safety Training provides essential knowledge and skills for anyone involved in handling, preparing, or serving food. Participants will learn how to maintain high standards of food hygiene, prevent contamination, and comply with Irish food safety regulations. The course covers key topics including food contamination, personal hygiene, temperature control, and the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).

Key Topics Covered:

  • Food Contamination: Understanding biological, chemical, and physical contamination and how to prevent it.
  • Personal Hygiene: Best practices for handwashing, protective clothing, and maintaining cleanliness to prevent foodborne illnesses.
  • Cross-Contamination: Strategies to avoid the transfer of harmful microorganisms between foods, surfaces, and equipment.
  • Temperature Control: Proper storage, cooking, and cooling temperatures to prevent bacterial growth.
  • Cleaning and Sanitising: Effective cleaning procedures to maintain a hygienic food preparation environment.
  • Allergen Management: Identifying and managing allergens to protect consumers with food allergies.
  • Pest Control: Preventing and managing pests to ensure a safe food environment.
  • HACCP Principles: Introduction to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) for systematic food safety management.
  • Irish Food Safety Regulations: Compliance with EC Regulation 852/2004 (Hygiene of Foodstuffs), Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) guidelines, and Food Safety Authority of Ireland Act 1998.

Who Should Attend?

  • Food handlers, chefs, and kitchen staff.
  • Managers and supervisors in food businesses.
  • Anyone involved in food preparation, storage, or service.

Course Benefits:

  • Compliance: Ensures adherence to Irish food safety regulations and legal requirements.
  • Safety: Reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses and contamination in the workplace.
  • Confidence: Equips participants with the knowledge and skills to handle food safely and hygienically.
  • Certification: Provides a recognised qualification for food handlers, enhancing professional credibility.

Certification:

Participants receive a Food Hygiene & Safety Certificate upon successful completion of the course, valid in accordance with Irish food safety standards.