Course Overview
The Food Safety and Sanitation course is a 35-hour program designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of food safety regulations, practices, and sanitation procedures required to maintain safe food environments in any hospitality setting. This course is ideal for individuals looking to work in food service, food handling, or restaurant management, equipping them with the knowledge to prevent foodborne illnesses, ensure compliance with health codes, and uphold the highest sanitation standards. Participants will learn key techniques in safe food handling, storage, cleanliness, and contamination prevention.
Assessment Methods:
- Quizzes/Tests: Periodic quizzes to assess understanding of key food safety concepts such as pathogens, safe food handling, and sanitation procedures.
- Practical Demonstrations: Hands-on practice of cleaning, storing, and cooking food to food safety standards in a controlled environment.
- Assignments: Written assignments related to food safety practices, regulatory compliance, and HACCP procedures.
- Final Exam: A comprehensive exam covering all topics of food safety and sanitation to test overall understanding.
Key Benefits of the Program:
- Comprehensive Knowledge: Gain a thorough understanding of food safety and sanitation practices that are essential in preventing foodborne illnesses.
- Industry-Relevant Skills: Learn how to implement food safety measures in any food service or hospitality environment.
- Compliance and Certification: Understand the regulatory requirements for food safety and sanitation and gain the certification needed for many food handling positions.
- Improved Work Environment: Create and maintain a clean, safe, and healthy working environment, reducing risks and improving the overall quality of service.
- Career Advancement: This course is essential for anyone working in food service, whether you're starting out or looking to advance in your career.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
- Food service workers, kitchen staff, and chefs who wish to deepen their knowledge of food safety.
- Restaurant, catering, or hospitality managers responsible for maintaining safety standards.
- Individuals planning to start a food-related business, such as a restaurant, café, or food truck.
- Staff working in healthcare facilities, schools, or institutions where food safety is a priority.
- Anyone seeking certification to meet health and safety requirements in food service environments.
Food Safety and Sanitation
Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety (5 Hours)
Module 2: Foodborne Illnesses and Their Prevention (6 Hours)
Module 3: Safe Food Handling and Storage (7 Hours)
Module 4: Cleaning and Sanitation Procedures (7 Hours)
Module 5: Regulatory Standards and Food Safety Codes (5 Hours)
Module 6: Food Safety for Special Populations and Situations (5 Hours)
Module 7: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) (5 Hours)