Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene
Need a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate?
Get trained by an Environmental Health Officer
Learn food safety from an expert so you feel confident and are ready to get your
5☆ food hygiene rating.
It’s video-based, so that you and your team can watch at any time!
Why should you take this Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene course?
Do you work in a catering setting where food is cooked, prepared or handled?
This is the first self-paced video Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene course for Catering taught by an Environmental Health Officer (EHO), often referred to as the basic food hygiene certificate.
By law, all food handlers must have an understanding of the basic principles of food safety and know how to prepare food safely… and not just in theory. You always need to be ready for food hygiene inspections by EHOs.
EHOs aren’t just looking for food hygiene certificates. They want to know that you can work safely in practice. And they will ask you (and your staff) questions about food safety. This course helps you to be ready to answer those questions with confidence.
"At GRAPE & Fig we can’t recommend The Safety Expert's course enough - our team refreshed their Level 2 Food Hygiene courses online and found the content engaging, easy and enjoyable to digest and of a very high quality.
We’d 100% recommend to our peers in the catering industry and hope Natalie adds Level 3 soon. Thank you so much!”
Toria Smith
Founder and Co-Director. GRAPE & Fig
100% Online
Instant course access. Practical video-based learning.
Approximate duration 2-3 hours. No time limits!
Accepted by Local Authorities
Assured by Peterborough City Council. Endorsed by Institute of Hospitality. Matches CIEH/RSPH syllabus.
Instant certificate
Instant digital certificate upon completion.
30-day money back guarantee*
ATTENTION: This Level 2 Food Hygiene course isn't like the others...
If you’re just looking to ‘tick the box’ with a food hygiene certificate, you’re in the wrong place. This course is for people who want the best for their business and realise that food safety is key to their success.
Have you ever wondered why other Level 2 Food Safety courses are just “EHO approved” or “accepted by local authorities”?
Well, now you can learn directly from an EHO… like the person who will actually be doing your food hygiene inspection. This means you get direct insights to feel as confident as possible in your food safety standards.
How is this course delivered?
There are no PowerPoint slides. And no voiceover here…
Yes, I’m serious. And you don’t need to read loads of text. Instead, you see a real person in 13 short pre-recorded videos.
In only 2 hours, EHO Natalie guides you through the key aspects of food safety. Think Netflix but for food safety (alright it’s not quite as fun as Netflix). But you get the point…
That’s not all. You can also check your learning as you complete a fun quiz or interactive activity at the end of each unit. But don’t worry if you can’t complete it all in one go – your progress is saved and you can revisit the course at any time.
Who should take this course?
This Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene course for Catering* helps you comply with your legal requirements. The course is suitable for food handlers in all areas of the catering industry, including:
- Restaurants
- Cafes
- Takeaways
- Pubs
- B&Bs
- Hotels
- Schools and colleges
- Nurseries
- Care homes
- Canteens
- Mobile caterers
- Home caterers/ home bakers
*This course is not a formal RFQ food safety and hygiene qualification. The level only indicates the type of learner whom it is suitable for.
Get instantly trained by an Environmental Health Officer...
With food safety, you want to get it right the first time… That’s why it makes sense to learn from Chartered Environmental Health Officer Natalie Stanton (Malupa).
You will understand how EHOs think, what they look for during your inspection, and feel more engaged being taught by an expert.
With 13 years of experience as an EHO, and having worked for local authorities and in the private sector for clients including ExCeL London, she has a lot of knowledge and experience to share with you.
Buying for a business?
Bulk discounts- starting from 10% for 10 courses
Group dashboard to manage users
If you would prefer to pay by invoice, email: info@thesafetyexpert.co.uk
We've got the credentials
Assured by Peterborough City Council
Accredited by CPD
Will the local authority accept my certificates?
Meet your legal obligations with confidence!
Have confidence that your certificates will be accepted by YOUR local authority. This course has been independently reviewed and assured by Peterborough City Council who have confirmed:
“The online educational tools provided by the Safety Expert Training Ltd meets the expectation of Level 2 in Food Hygiene training. This training provides an awareness and understanding in food safety management procedures and practices. This training covers the work activities involved in food operations in a catering environment to ensure that food handlers have an awareness and understanding of the following topics (see course content below)”
Really interactive course! Love the questions and answers! Easy to understand and I feel super prepared for my inspection - but also confident enough to handle food in the right way.
The knowledge I have gained has allowed me to take control of my small business!
Absolutely loved it. Thank you so much!
Amra Medic
Owner - Cake by Amra
Single user
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Video-based learning with practical examples
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Taught by an EHO
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Meet your legal obligations
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Instant course access and digital certificate
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Unlimited free retakes
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Engaging and interactive content
Multi User
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Everything in single user plus:
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Multi user discounts
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Group dashboard to manage your staff
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Digital certificates for managers to download
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Progress reports for all team members
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Bulk add your team via csv file
Certification and Accreditation
The course is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality as providing independently-evaluated, quality content that teaches good practice standards.
The course is assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, as providing up-to-date, quality and content-approved training.
The course is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality as providing independently-evaluated, quality content that teaches good practice standards.
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Ratings and Reviews
Manuel Basso
I found the course highly practical and informative. The course covered key topics like food hygiene principles, contamination prevention, and safe food handling practices, all presented in a clear and engaging manner. It's definitely an excellent investment for anyone in the food industry!
Susan Sandford Smith
I thought this course was excellent. Very thorough whilst still being accessible and engaging. I found the use of video as the main teaching tool helped me to focus on the content and really grasp what was being said. I always have food safety anxiety, always worrying that I'm making mistakes and this course a) confirmed I know what I'm doing and b) plugged any gaps that I did have. 100%!
And you get a...
*30 Day money back guarantee
Your satisfaction with the course is so important.
Natalie truly hopes that you love this course and that it helps your business succeed safely.
If you’ve started the course and are unsatisfied for any reason, we offer a no-quibble, 30 day money back guarantee. Simply email us at info@thesafetyexpert.co.uk within 30 days of making your purchase*
*provided you have not completed the exam and gained your certificate.
FAQs
The course is suitable for food handlers in all areas of the catering industry. Including food handlers working in: restaurants, cafes, takeaways, pubs, B&Bs, hotels, schools and colleges, nurseries, care homes, canteens, mobile caterers, home caterers, and home bakers.
There is no legal requirement, but it’s recommended to refresh your training every 3 years to keep up to date.
The online course can be accessed on any mobile phone, tablet, laptop, or computer device. You just need an internet connection and a speaker to listen to the videos.
Yes – the course has the following accreditations and endorsements:
- Peterborough City Council have issued assured advice.
- The course is endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality.
Yes – there is lifetime access to the course. So you can watch it as many times as you need to but to update your certificate you will need to buy the course again.
No – there is no time limit. Complete the course in your own time and at your own pace. There’s no pressure here.
If you would prefer to pay by invoice, please email us at info@thesafetyexpert.co.uk to arrange this. Otherwise, you can pay online by card.
Yes – you can retake as many times as you need. At no extra cost.
Once all 10 units have been completed you will undertake an assessment online. The assessment has 30 multiple-choice questions. To pass you need to score at least 80%. You will know instantly whether you have passed and a digital certificate will be available immediately. If you do not pass you can re-take as many times as you need at no extra cost.
Select the single user option after clicking ‘Buy Now’. Then proceed through the checkout, create a login, and get instant course access.
Select the multi user option after clicking ‘Buy Now’. Select how many users you need and proceed through the checkout. The admin can then assign course logins to each staff member for instant course access.
- If you have bought a single course for yourself: you will be redirected to the course page and can get started right away.
- If you have bought multiple courses for your staff: you will be redirected to the group dashboard where you can add your staff, all you need is their names and email addresses.
Yes – select the multi user option and get the following discount:
- 10% Discount on 10 or more courses.
- 20% Discount on 50 or more courses.
- 30% Discount on 100 or more courses.
- 40% Discount on 400 or more courses.
If you need a bespoke course, please email us at info@thesafetyexpert.co.uk to explain what you’re looking for and we can let you know if we can help.
Course Content
Unit 1. Food Safety Overview
- The importance of safe food
- Key food safety terms
- Benefits of good hygiene standards
- Costs of poor hygiene standards
- Food poisoning and high-risk groups
- The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland
- The Food Hygiene Information Scheme (FHIS) in Scotland
Unit 2. Food Safety Hazards
- Types of contamination (microbiological, chemical, physical and allergenic)
- Micro-organisms and pathogenic micro-organisms
- Toxins and spores
- Multiplication of bacteria and requirements for growth
- High risk and low risk foods
- Cross-contamination and preventing contamination
- Viruses
- Food allergy and food intolerance symptoms
- Allergens and allergen control
Unit 3. Refrigeration, Cooling and Cold-holding of Foods
- Chilled food storage
- Chilled food storage temperatures
- Cooling food
- Frozen storage
- Defrosting food
- Taking Temperatures
Unit 4. Cooking, Reheating and Hot-holding of Foods
- Cooking
- Reheating
- Hot-holding
- Taking temperatures
- Acrylamide
Unit 5. Safe Food Storage
- Food preservation methods
- Traceability
- Best Before and Use by dates
- Dry goods storage
- Stock rotation
- Food spoilage
- Suppliers and deliveries
Unit 6. Food Safety Management
- HACCP and Food Safety Management Systems
- Safer Food Better Business (SFBB), Safe Catering (Northern Ireland), CookSafe (Scotland)
- Documentation and record keeping
Unit 7. Food Handlers and Personal Hygiene
- Food handler responsibilities
- Food handler training
- Hand washing
- Cuts and wounds
- Protective clothing
- Bad habits
Unit 8. Cleaning and Disinfection
- Importance of cleaning
- Definitions
- Cleaning and disinfection
- Two stage cleaning
- Cleaning schedules
- Clean as you go
- Storage of cleaning chemicals
- Dishwashers
Unit 9. Food Premises and Equipment
- Design of premises and equipment
- Washing facilities
- Food pests
- Controlling pests
- Waste control
Unit 10. The Law in Relation to Food Safety
- Food Business Operator responsibilities
- Enforcement officers
- Legal notices
- Penalties for non-compliance
- Due diligence
Course aims
By the end of this course you will understand:
- How to identify the food safety hazards (microbiological, chemical, physical and allergenic) and why and how to control contamination.
- How to handle and prepare food safely including how to safely chill, freeze, defrost, cool, cook, reheat and hot hold foods and how to monitor critical temperatures.
- The principles of safe food storage including preservation methods, effective stock control and traceability procedures and the difference between ‘Best Before’ and ‘Use By’ dates.
- Food handler responsibilities including the importance of personal hygiene and hand washing.
- The importance of cleaning and disinfection, pest control, waste control and how premises and equipment should be designed.
- The principles of Food Safety Management Systems, the law in relation to food safety and the role and powers of enforcement officers.
Single user
Home Bakers, Sole traders etc-
Video-based learning with practical examples
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Taught by an EHO
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Meet your legal obligations
-
Instant course access and digital certificate
-
Unlimited free retakes
-
Engaging and interactive content
Multi User
Restaurants, Cafes etc-
Everything in single user plus:
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Multi user discounts
-
Group dashboard to manage your staff
-
Certificates accessible to managers for digital download
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Progress reports for all team members
-
Bulk add your team via csv file
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