Safeguarding

Key Facts

  • Starting
    1 Aug 2025
    Location
    STC Wandsworth Remote Learning
    Start Time
    09:00
    End Time
    17:00
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Roll-On Roll-Off (Any Day of Week)
    Start Date
    1 Aug 2025
    Level
    Entry Level
    Code
    WCRX317FC

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 30

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Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety – Accredited Online Training

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety – Accredited Online Training

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Step into the food industry with confidence. This fully accredited online course gives you the essential knowledge and legal understanding to handle, prepare, and serve food safely. Whether you work in catering, early years, retail, manufacturing, or schools, this course ensures you meet UK and EU food hygiene standards — and helps your workplace achieve a higher food hygiene rating.

  • Introductory Course Info HE


    This course builds your understanding of:

    Legal responsibilities of food handlers

    Food safety management systems

    Contamination and cross‑contamination

    Microbiological, physical, chemical, and allergenic hazards

    Safe food storage, preparation, cooking, cooling, reheating

    Personal hygiene and workplace cleanliness

    Pest control and safe premises design

  • Entry Requirements


    No previous qualifications required. Perfect for beginners, new staff, or anyone refreshing their food hygiene knowledge. (Level 1 is recommended for complete beginners but not essential.)

  • Course Content


    Section 1: Expectations

    Responsibilities of food handlers

    Employer duties

    Role of Environmental Health Officers

    Section 2: Contaminating Hazards

    Microbiological hazards

    Spoilage & pathogenic bacteria

    Allergenic, physical, and chemical hazards

    Preventing contamination

    Section 3: Personal Responsibilities

    Handwashing

    Protective clothing

    Hygiene habits

    Reporting illness

    Section 4: Clean & Safe Workplace

    Food storage & fridge organisation

    Cleaning methods

    Waste management

    Pest prevention

  • Progression Next Steps


    After completing Level 2, learners can progress to:

    Level 3 Food Hygiene (Supervisors)

    Level 2 Allergy Awareness

    Level 2 Health & Safety

  • Additional Information


    Accepted by local authorities and Environmental Health Officers

    Certificate valid for 3 years (recommended refresh cycle)

  • Course Structure


    100% online, accessible anywhere

    Full audio voiceover

    1–2 hours total learning time

    Unlimited exam attempts

    Instant digital certificate on completion

    Fully accredited by The CPD Group and EHO approved

    Compliant with UK & EU food safety laws

  • Assessment Details


    Online exam

    Multiple‑choice questions

    Pass mark: 88%

    No time limit

    Retakes included

  • Teaching and Learning


    Learning is broken into clear, interactive sections with mini‑quizzes to check understanding. You'll learn through:

    Audio‑supported modules

    Real‑world examples

    Scenario‑based learning

    Step‑by‑step guidance

    A final online exam with more than one attempt