CIEH (New) Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety
This course is designed for those working in food businesses at a supervisory level and the examination is taken in meet your specific industry demands:
- Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety in Catering
- Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Manufacturing
- Level 3 Award in Food Safety Supervision for Retail
Overview
Changes in legislation effective from January 2006 have placed greater onus and accountability on anyone in the food business with supervisory responsibility. It is therefore vital they are equipped with both the knowledge and confidence to do their job effectively.
New levels
In response to the requirements of the Sector Skills Councils and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the CIEH have launched new sector-specific awards in food safety which have replaced the CIEH Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety.
This 3 day course concentrates on providing an understanding of the practical application of food safety techniques and how to recognise hazards that exist which will allow food safety to be achieved.
This course was is not only intended for supervisors but is also suitable for those persons with an interest in food safety who wish to progress in stages from the Level2 Award to the more academically demanding Level 4 Managing Food Safety course.
Course Programme
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The qualification covers the following topics:
- Legislation
- Supervisory management
- Temperature control (chilling, cooking)
- Cleaning
- Contamination control
- Applying and monitoring good hygiene practices
- Implementing good food safety procedures
- Contributing to the safety training of others
Qualification information
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Designed for: |
Managers and supervisors in medium and large manufacturing or catering businesses |
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Course duration: |
Three day programme |
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Assessment method: |
Multiple choice examination |
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QCA Accredited: |
Yes |
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Level: |
New Level 3 |
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Suggested progression on completion: |
Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering |
In-House courses are available throughout the U.K.
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