Course Duration
The total qualification time for this Level 3 Supervising Food Safety qualification is 25 hours, of this 20 hours are recommended as guided learning hours, time spent with the tutor.
It is traditionally delivered in the classroom over 3 days.
Where booking for a group of experienced food supervisors the classroom sessions may be reduced to 2 days by arrangement. Learners would be required to complete some pre-work and independent study in preparation for the classroom sessions.
Who is this Level 3 Supervising Food Safety course aimed at?
Supervisors/managers and future supervisors and managers. The training of food handlers is a legal requirement, and the key to profitability and high standards of food safety is to train supervisors and managers and ensure their competency.
Course Contents
Candidates will learn a variety of topics. These include the supervisor’s circle of responsibility, key legislation and controlling contamination.
The full course content is:
- An introduction to food safety
- The role of the supervisor
- Microbiology
- Contamination hazards and controls
- Food safety procedures
- Food safety legislation
- Storage and temperature controls
- Foodborne illnesses
- The importance of personal hygiene
- The design and construction of food premises
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Waste disposal
- Pest control
- Supervising food safety
- Food management systems (including HACCP)
- Training staff
Assessment and Certification
Candidates will receive a course booklet to assist them throughout the course.
Candidates will undertake a multiple-choice question paper to test their understanding. Successful candidates will receive their certificate, accredited through Highfield Qualifications, shortly after the training day.
We recommend that candidates retake the course every 3 years to refresh their understanding.
Who needs training?
The content of the level 3 food hygiene course is aimed at those who are responsible for managing food safety, which includes managers, team leaders and supervisors.
Businesses that should consider level 3 food hygiene training include:
- Restaurants
- Cafes
- Schools
- Food & Drink Manufacturing Plants
This course suits both manufacturing and catering as different exams are provided for each industry. Further information on training requirements can be obtained from the Food Standards Agency
In-House / On-site courses
If you have several employees that you wish to train why not consider an onsite course. Arko Training are able to provide training at your premises, at a time and date to suit your requirements. We currently deliver courses for many national companies throughout the UK . To learn more why not simply complete the Request a Quote form. Prices are for a maximum of 12 delegates per instructor.
Bobbie –
“Really engaging Food Safety Course, lots of discussions and interactive exercises. Very logical presentation of the quite detailed course contents. Alison has a very patient and supportive approach to the learning of her. Intensive course, but very enjoyable indeed!”.