Level 2 Award In Food Safety In Catering (RQF)

Qualification overview

This qualification forms part of the Food Safety suite of qualifications. The qualification and learning

Outcomes are based on:

• National Occupational Standards (NOS) for food safety in a catering environment developed by People 1st

• Recommendations of good practice outlined by the Food Standards Agency

This qualification should enable Learners to attain the knowledge of the importance of food safety and maintaining good practice so that they are able to produce safe food.

This qualification specification provides information for Centres about the delivery of the QA Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF) and includes the unit information, assessment methods and quality assurance arrangements.

Objective

The objective of the qualification is to introduce Learners to the principles and fundamentals of food safety in catering. It includes information about how individuals have a personal responsibility for food safety, the importance of personal hygiene, keeping work areas clean and tidy, safe food handling practices and keeping food safe.

Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to develop Learners’ knowledge and skills in food safety to prepare them for employment as a food handler, or other support role in a catering environment.

Intended audience

This qualification is for anyone who handles food, or plans to handle food, in the catering industry. It would

also be beneficial for people who come into contact with food handling areas, e.g. pest control and delivery personnel.