Skills and knowledge
Food handlers
What is a food handler, what are their responsibilities and what training do they need.
Food safety supervisors
What is a food safety supervisor, who needs one, what are their responsibilities and what training do they need.
Food safety auditors
What is a food safety auditor, what training and qualifications do you need and how do you apply.
Health and hygiene
Health and hygiene of food handlers including hand washing, personal health and when they should not work due to illness.
Cross contamination
What is cross contamination, why it is important to avoid and how to prevent it.
Food poisoning
Signs and symptoms of food poisoning and links to information about common foodborne illnesses
Preventing food poisoning
Avoid food poisoning by following basic tips for handling food safely, and be aware of food hygiene issues.
food allergies and intolerances
Information about food allergies, food intolerances and advice for food businesses on how to manage these risks.