The essential food safety qualification for anyone who handles, prepares, cooks or serves food in catering. Learn the law, the hazards and the controls that keep food safe.
Instant PDF on completion
EC Regulation 852/2004 & the FSAI
Food Safety Authority of Ireland guidance
Every safety course is available in 20 languages — train in the language you're most comfortable in, and get the same instant certificate.
12 in-depth modules covering everything a catering food handler needs — from the law and bacteria to allergens, temperature control and HACCP.
Why food safety matters and the legal duties of food businesses and food handlers.
How bacteria grow and spread, high-risk foods and the main food-poisoning bacteria.
The causes and symptoms of food poisoning and who is most at risk.
The four types of contamination and how to prevent cross-contamination.
The 14 named allergens, allergen labelling and how to avoid cross-contact.
Handwashing, fitness to work, protective clothing and good personal habits.
The danger zone, safe cooking, hot-holding, cooling, chilling and reheating.
The six stages of cleaning, clean-as-you-go and effective cleaning schedules.
Common pests, the signs of an infestation and prevention.
How a well-designed kitchen supports food safety.
Deliveries, stock rotation, date marking and correct storage.
A HACCP-based food safety management system, monitoring and records.
Anyone who works with open or high-risk food in a catering environment, including:
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A quick look at how our online training works — from your first lesson to an instant certificate.
Clear, bite-sized modules with real-world examples you complete at your own pace, on any device.
Short questions throughout reinforce what you learn and prepare you for the final assessment.
Pass the assessment and download your certificate immediately — recognised and ready to share.
From enrolment to certificate — all online, at your own pace
Create your free account and complete the secure checkout. Instant access to begin training.
Work through the 12 modules at your own pace, then take the online assessment. Unlimited attempts included.
Pass the assessment and download your certificate instantly in PDF format.
Everything you need to know before enrolling
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