Food Safety Training

Food business operators are legally obliged to comply with the general and specific food hygiene requirements of Regulations (EC) No.852:2004.

The food business operator should ensure that all staff working in food areas has sufficient knowledge to enable them to carry out their activities in a safe and hygienic manner.

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued guidelines in relation to Food Safety training.

FSAI Level 1 Training

Basic food safety skills

All food handlers and non - food handlers

Must demonstrate within the first three months of employment

FSAI Level 2 Training

Additional food safety skills

All food handlers and non - food handlers

Must demonstrate within three to twelve months of employment

Behan Safety Systems are licensed by the E.H.A.I to deliver the Primary Food Safety Training Course

(Based on FSAI Level 2 Guidelines)

E.H.A.I Primary Food Safety Training Course

(Formally the Environmental Health Officers Association)

This course is designed for individuals that are involved in food handling,preparation,storage and food service.  

On completion of the course, successful participants are awarded a certificate from the Environmental Health Officers' Association.

Course Contents:

• Introduction to Food Safety
• Microbiological Hazards
• Food Contamination
• HACCP From Food Delivery to Storage
• HACCP From Food Preparation to Cooking and Service
• Food Premises and Equipment
• Pest Control
• Cleaning and Disinfection
• Food Safety Law and Enforcement

1 Hour written examination

Course Duration: 1 Day (Min 8 Hours class time plus exam)

Entry Requirements: No previous experience required

Maximum number of participants: 15

This course is classroom based and can be delivered in house for your convenience.

Public courses are also available: Dates to be confirmed

Level 1

Food Safety Training Course

This course is an introduction to Food Safety. It is suitable for candidates with no previous experience or who require a refresher course.

The course meets the requirements of the guidelines set out by the Food Safety Authority Ireland Level 1

Course Contents:

• Personal Hygiene
• Temperature Control
• Food Safety Hazards
• Cleaning
• Pest Control
• Hand Washing
• HACCP- Introduction

On completion of the course, successful participants are awarded a certificate of attendance from Behan Safety Systems.

Course Duration: 1/2 Day

Entry Requirements: No previous experience required

Maximum number of participants: 15

This course is classroom based and can be delivered in house for your convenience.

Public courses are also available: Dates to be confirmed

Level 2

Food Safety Training Course

The course meets the requirements of the guidelines set out by the Food Safety Authority Ireland. Each candidate will receive additional skills and knowledge in food safety.

Course Contents:

Introduction

Food Safety Legislation

Food Safety Hazards

Principles of HACCP

Food Safety & HACCP during

• Delivery
• Storage
• Defrosting
• Food preparation
• Cooking
• Cooling
• Food service

Personal Hygiene

Pest Control

Food premises layout, design & equipment

Cleaning

On completion of the course, successful participants are awarded a certificate of attendance from Behan Safety Systems.

Course Duration: 1 Day

Entry Requirements: No previous experience required

Maximum number of participants: 15

This course is classroom based and can be delivered in house for your convenience.

Public courses are also available: Dates to be confirmed

For further details on any of the above courses please contact

Valerie Behan on 087 355 69 60

or

E-mail [email protected]