CIEH Level 4 Awards in Food Safety

From food business owners to trainers, from production managers to hygiene auditors, these sector specific qualifications meet industry’s need for a high level practical qualification with external accreditation.

  • Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering
  • Level 4 Award in Food Safety Management for Manufacturing

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New levels

In response to the requirements of the Sector Skills Council (SSC) and the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA), the CIEH are launching new sector-specific awards in food safety which will replace the CIEH Advanced Certificate in Food Safety. Existing centres/trainers will be registered automatically.

Outline programme

The qualifications cover the following topics:
  • Bacteriology
  • Food-borne illnesses
  • Physical contamination of food
  • Food storage, temperature control and preservation
  • Design and construction of food premises and equipment
  • Cleaning and disinfection
  • Pest control
  • Personal hygiene
  • Training strategies
  • Legislation
  • Management control techniques

Qualification information

Designed for: managers and supervisors and senior hygiene personnel.

Course duration:

Five day programme

Assessment method:

Two assignments and an examination

QCA Accredited