Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF)

The HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering is a qualification aimed at caterers and other food handlers. The qualification is intended for learners already working in catering and those who are preparing to work in the industry. Learners gaining this qualification will know that food safety is the responsibility of everyone involved in the storage, preparation, cooking service and handling of food. Its topics are regarded by the Foods Standards Agency as being important to maintaining good practice in the production of safe food.

  • Entry Requirements

    • HCUC Apprenticeships & Skills gives priority to applicants who are in receipt of one of the four main benefits: Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, Universal Credit, Income Support.
    • *Training is free for applicants aged 19+ with proof of Right to Work in UK, applicant or their spouse must have been resident in UK/EU for last 3 years or more. This evidence must be provided before any place on a course is confirmed.
    • All applicants will be assessed in English literacy and numeracy skills before a place on a course is confirmed. English literacy at a minimum standard of Entry Level 3 or above is required for all courses. Applicants for ICT courses will be asked to complete an ICT questionnaire.
    • If applicant is working, to be eligible for our free courses, those living inside the Greater London Area need to earn less than £20,963 and for those outside they need to earn less than £17,004.
    • **Food Safety in Catering is free for applicants on the following benefits only: Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, Universal Credit. The course costs £102 for those who are not eligible for a free place.

  • Cost

    **Food Safety in Catering is free for applicants on the following benefits only: Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, Universal Credit. The course costs £102 for those who are not eligible for a free place.

  • Qualification

    HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF)

  • Level

    Level 2 Award

  • Duration

    1 day

  • Timings

    9.30am – 4.30pm

  • Delivery Location

    • Hayes Campus, College Way, Hayes, UB3 3BB.
    • Harrow on the Hill Campus, Lowlands Rd, Harrow HA1 3AQ
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  • Location: Hayes Campus and Harrow on the hill Campus
  • Delivery type: Classroom

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    Who is it for?

    The HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF) is aimed at individuals who are, or intend to be, food handlers working in catering. It is also appropriate for those providing services to catering premises including pest-control operators, maintenance engineers, cleaners, and laundry and delivery personnel.

    Course summary

    HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety Outline
    • Understand how individuals can take personal responsibility for food safety
    • Understand the importance of keeping him/herself clean and hygienic
    • Understand the importance of keeping the work areas clean and hygienic
    • Understand the importance of keeping food safe
    HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering Course Assessment Process
    • This qualification is assessed through a 30-question multiple-choice question examination. The duration of the examination is 1 hour.
    • Successful learners must achieve a score of at least 20 out of 30.