Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
The essential food hygiene qualification for food handlers — and providers supporting the food industry. Also available online. Open courses from £75–£85 depending on venue.
- Open courses £75–£85
- 20-question exam · pass mark 13/20
- Also available as online training
- On-site training available for 5+
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Course details
Everything you need to know before booking
Who’s it for?
Designed principally for food handlers, this foundation food hygiene training course is also suitable for those providing services to the food industry e.g. pest control operators, maintenance engineers, cleaners, laundry and delivery drivers. The Level 2 food hygiene certificate is also available as online training. To register, learners are required to be 14 years of age or above. It is also advised that learners have a minimum of Level 1 in English and Maths or equivalent. Arrangements are in place for special needs.
What’s it about?
This foundation food hygiene training course covers the essential subjects needed to produce safe food and follow good practice.
- The importance of food safety
- Microbiological hazards
- Food poisoning and controls
- Contamination hazards and controls
- HACCP from purchase to service
- Food handlers and personal hygiene
- Food premises and equipment
- Food pests and control
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Food safety enforcement
How is it assessed?
There is a 45-minute 20-question multiple-choice test at the end of the day and you need 13 out of 20 to pass. Following the course you will be sent a Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, Retail or Manufacturing certificate — the choice of which exam you take is yours. The certificate is generally considered to remain current for three years.
- Duration
- 1 day
- Exam
- 20 multiple-choice questions
- Pass mark
- 13 / 20
- Validity
- Typically 3 years
What will I get out of it?
The Level 2 Award in Food Safety qualification will provide you with knowledge of the basic food hygiene practices essential in the food industry.
- Understand foundation food hygiene practices
- Identify and control common food hazards
- Support safer day-to-day food handling
- Gain a recognised Level 2 certificate
Train your team together
Need to train 5 or more people?
We can also hold courses at your premises. If you have 5 or more people to train and a suitable room, you could save money.
FAQs
Common questions before you book
It is designed principally for food handlers, and also suits pest control operators, maintenance engineers, cleaners, laundry and delivery drivers supporting the food industry.
Yes. The Level 2 food hygiene certificate is also available as online training.
You need 13 out of 20 on a 45-minute multiple-choice test.
Yes. If you have 5 or more people to train and a suitable room, an on-site course could save money.
The certificate is generally considered to remain current for three years.
Book or enquire
Ready to book Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate?
Tell us how many people you need to train, and whether you prefer an open course or on-site training. We’ll get back to you quickly with next steps.
- Open course · £75–£85 depending on venue
- On-site options for teams of 5+
- Expert trainers · UK-wide delivery
- Phone 01442 877322
- Email hello@saferfoodscores.co.uk
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