Food Safety

HACCP Awareness

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Course Overview: HACCP Awareness

The HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) Awareness course is a critical training designed for individuals and businesses within the food sector to guarantee compliance with UK food safety regulations. HACCP, a systematic preventive approach to food safety, focuses on identifying and controlling potential hazards to ensure that food is safe for consumption.

Food handlers, supervisors, and business owners will be equipped with the knowledge necessary to protect customers from foodborne illnesses, prevent contamination, and implement robust food safety management systems if they successfully complete this course.

Failure to comply with HACCP principles may result in severe legal repercussions, including prosecution under the Food Safety Act 1990. Food businesses could face financial penalties and reputational damage if they fail to prevent food safety risks.

This course is crucial for all food handlers to make sure of the safety of food products they produce, that prepared foods are safe for consumption or safeguarding the food served to consumers, and to maintain legal compliance with the latest food legislation or regulations.

What is HACCP?

HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is a systematic approach to food safety that focuses on identifying, assessing, and controlling potential hazards throughout the food production process. Its primary goal is to prevent foodborne illnesses by ensuring that every stage of food handling, from preparation to distribution, is managed under strict safety controls.

The HACCP system is built on seven key principles that help businesses monitor critical control points, implement corrective actions, and verify the effectiveness of their food safety practices.

Since 2006, it has been a legal requirement under UK food safety regulations, such as Regulation (EC) No 852/2004, for all food businesses to implement a HACCP-based food safety management system. Whether you’re working in food manufacturing, catering, or distribution, HACCP ensures that your business safeguards consumer health by preventing contamination and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene.

Who is the HACCP Awareness Course for?

The HACCP Awareness course is specifically designed for anyone involved in the preparation, handling, or service of food.

This includes, but is not limited to:

Food Handlers: Individuals responsible for preparing or serving food in kitchens, catering businesses, restaurants, or retail environments.
Food Distributors and Packagers: Those involved in the distribution, packaging, and logistics of food products.
Supervisors and Managers: Business owners, supervisors, or managers who oversee food safety operations in catering, hospitality, or food production environments.

Nursery and Care Home Staff: Anyone involved in food preparation in care settings, where the risk to vulnerable individuals is higher.
Food Retailers and Event Caterers: Those selling or serving food in any capacity, from small market stalls to large events.

This course is also beneficial for individuals working in food manufacturing, processing, and supply, as well as those running home-based food businesses. Whether you are new to the food industry or an experienced professional, this course ensures that you meet the latest compliance requirements and can effectively manage food safety risks.

Why should you take this course?

The HACCP Awareness course is essential for anyone involved in food handling, preparation, or service, whether you are a food business owner, manager, or front-line staff. UK food safety legislation, such as the Food Safety Act 1990 and Regulation (EC) No 852/2004, requires businesses to implement a HACCP-based food safety management system to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses.

Taking this course ensures you meet these legal requirements, safeguard your customers, and maintain the reputation of your business.

The risk of contamination and the potentially expensive legal repercussions can be significantly reduced if you acquire the knowledge necessary to recognise potential threats to food safety and put into practice critical control points. This course provides practical, up-to-date knowledge, accredited by CPD and RoSPA, which guarantees that your business stays compliant with the latest food safety regulations.

The flexibility of online learning means you can fit the training around your schedule, making it an efficient and cost-effective way to train your staff and protect your business.

Key Benefits of Our Training

The HACCP Awareness course offers numerous benefits for both individual learners and businesses:

Accredited and Recognised: This course is fully accredited and meets the requirements set by CPD (Continuing Professional Development) standards and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). Upon completion, learners receive a nationally recognised certificate, demonstrating compliance with UK food safety legislation, such as the Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013.
Legislation Compliance: This course helps your business comply with crucial food safety regulations, such as EU Regulation 852/2004 on hygiene for foodstuffs and the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006. It will make certain your food safety management system meets legal requirements, protecting your customers and your business from potential harm.
Convenient and Flexible Learning: Our course is available online, 24/7, and can be completed at the learner’s own pace. This flexibility makes it suitable for staff working shifts or those with busy schedules. Learners can log in from any device—desktop, tablet, or mobile.
Cost-Effective and Scalable: The online delivery of the course ensures it is a cost-effective option for businesses of all sizes, eliminating the need for expensive in-person training. Bulk purchase discounts make this course ideal for businesses that need to train multiple staff members.
Consistent Messaging and Training: All employees receive the same high-quality training, ensuring consistency in your food safety practices across your organisation. This is particularly important for larger businesses that need to maintain standard operating procedures in multiple locations.

Course Content

The course content has been carefully designed to provide comprehensive coverage of HACCP principles and food safety management, focusing on practical applications in a variety of food-related environments.

Throughout the course, learners will explore the following key areas:

Introduction to HACCP: Understand the origins, purpose, and importance of HACCP. Learn about its development, its role in modern food safety management systems, and why it is mandatory under UK and EU regulations, including the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013.
Types of Hazards: Gain a clear understanding of biological, chemical, physical, and allergenic hazards present in the food industry. Learners will be trained to recognise these hazards and understand their potential impact on food safety.
Food Allergy and Intolerance: Discover how to identify, manage, and control allergens within a food environment. This section covers critical details on allergen management in compliance with the UK Food Information Regulations 2014, which require businesses to provide accurate allergen information to consumers.

Seven Principles of HACCP: This module provides in-depth coverage of the seven key principles of HACCP, from conducting hazard analysis to establishing critical limits, implementing monitoring procedures, and setting corrective actions when deviations occur.
Developing a Food Safety Management System: Learn how to document and maintain a food safety management system based on HACCP principles and how to tailor it to your specific business needs. This includes identifying Critical Control Points (CCPs), understanding monitoring techniques, and learning to verify and validate your food safety plan.

At the end of this course, learners will be able to confidently apply the seven principles of HACCP to reduce food contamination risks and ensure food is handled, prepared, and stored safely.

Important Information

The core aim of this HACCP Awareness course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to develop and implement a food safety management system based on the seven principles of HACCP. More specifically, the course aims to:

Enable learners to recognise food safety hazards and take appropriate control measures.
Help learners understand the legal requirements for food safety management systems in the UK.
Provide practical skills for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining a HACCP system in a variety of food settings.
Equip learners with the ability to protect consumers and avoid foodborne illnesses.
Ensure that businesses stay compliant with UK food safety laws, thereby reducing legal and financial risks.

This HACCP Awareness course is delivered entirely online through our easy-to-use Learning Management System (LMS). Learners will receive individual login credentials and have access to the course material 24/7, allowing them to complete the training at their own pace. The course is self-paced, meaning that learners can start and stop whenever they like, and the LMS will save their progress automatically.

This makes it ideal for shift workers and those with busy schedules. The course can be accessed on a range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers, providing maximum flexibility.

The course is accredited by both CPD and RoSPA, and meets recognised standards for food safety training. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a certificate that is recognised throughout the food industry. This certificate confirms that learners have met the standards required to work safely in a food environment and comply with relevant food safety regulations, including the Food Safety Act 1990 and Regulation (EC) No 852/2004.

At the end of the course, learners will complete an online multiple-choice knowledge review to assess their understanding of the material. Learners must achieve a passing grade of 75% or higher to receive their certificate. Our system allows unlimited retakes at no additional cost, ensuring that learners can review the material and reattempt the assessment if necessary.

The course takes approximately 1-2 hours to complete, though learners can progress at their own pace. Given its online format, the course can be completed in multiple sittings, and learners can log back in to resume their progress at any time.

Online Training Course Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

To purchase the HACCP Awareness course, simply select the course from our course listings, add it to your basket, and follow the checkout process. Once your payment has been successfully processed, you will receive an automated confirmation email containing your receipt, along with detailed instructions on how to access the course via our Learning Management System (LMS).

This email will include your personal login credentials, allowing you immediate access to begin the course. For businesses purchasing multiple courses, we offer a convenient option to assign courses to employees by providing us with their names and email addresses.

They will receive their own login credentials and can access the training at their convenience.

Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessment, a digital certificate will be instantly available for download from the LMS. This certificate will confirm that you have completed the HACCP Awareness training and comply with relevant UK food safety legislation, including Regulation (EC) No 852/2004.

The certificate can be printed or stored digitally for easy sharing with local authorities, auditors, or employers. If you purchase multiple courses for a team, we can provide a master account where all learner certificates are stored in one place, making it simple for managers to track and verify staff compliance with training requirements.

There are no prerequisites for enrolling in this HACCP Awareness course, making it accessible to individuals at all levels. Whether you are an entry-level employee, a business owner, or a manager responsible for food safety, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge required to implement and maintain a HACCP-based food safety management system.

Prior qualifications or experience in food safety are not required, as the course covers all necessary topics from the basics to more advanced principles.

Once you have made your purchase, our team will set up learner profiles in our LMS for each participant. You will receive a follow-up email requesting the names and email addresses of all learners. Each learner will then receive their login credentials via email, allowing them to access their course directly from the LMS.

If you encounter any issues locating your purchased courses or logging into the LMS, our support team is available to assist you. The system is designed to be user-friendly, so learners can quickly access the training materials and begin their course with ease.

Our HACCP Awareness course is fully accessible online, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, making it convenient for learners to complete their training at a time that suits them. Whether you prefer to work from a desktop computer, tablet, or mobile phone, you can log into the LMS and access the course materials from any device with an internet connection.

You are not required to complete the course in one sitting; the system tracks your progress and allows you to pause and resume the training as needed. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for shift workers or busy professionals who may need to complete the course in stages.

Your progress will be saved, so you can pick up exactly where you left off.