Level 4
Course Breakdown
Who needs this qualification?
This Level 4 Food Safety accredited qualification is principally designed for senior staff and those who are managers of food handlers in a food business within the catering, retail and hospitality industry. It covers all of the necessary aspects of food hygiene and safety in depth, providing candidates with thorough knowledge. It concentrates on the need for programmes and procedures to be properly drawn up, implemented and monitored to ensure full compliance with the legislation.
Why is Level 4 training important?
It's the responsibility of the food business to ensure food safety and make sure customers are not harmed or injured from eating contaminated food/drink. Under food safety regulations, those responsible for food safety management systems and procedures, should be commensurately trained to understand their obligation in managing food safety. This intense, in-depth course covering developing, implementing, monitoring and verifying food safety and hygiene in the workplace, will help guide you to keep food safe.
Assessment and Grading:
Attainment of the Learning Outcomes will be assessed by two new written examination set by RSPH. The two papers consist of; a controlled assignment based on your place of work. The second paper is synoptic, covering all parts of the course content. Candidates are now allowed 120 minutes to complete both papers.
The qualification is graded as either Pass or Distinction. Candidates who fail to reach the minimum standard for the Pass grade will be recorded as having failed the assessment and will not receive a certificate.
Course details:
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Duration: 5 days, plus an additional 3/4 day for exams
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Time: 9:30 -16:30 daily
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Ofqual Qualification Number 603/2407/7
Candidates are given a few weeks to revise between the last day of your course and your exam, to prepare for the advanced written exams. .
Next public course (remote training):
This will take place online in June 2023 (one day per week)
The dates are: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th and 29th June2023
Exam mid/late July TBC
Exam takes place in person in London or potentially can be arranged at your work premises.
Cost for course and exam fees £800pp
£29 fees for course materials and P&P.
Please note, this is a demanding course and candidates are expected to complete coursework, homework and extra study outside of the training scheduled with the trainer. Candidates are given 3-4 weeks after the training has finished before they sit their exam.
Recommended prior learning:
This is an advanced food safety course. This course is not intended to teach you the basics of food safety, hygiene and HACCP from scratch. Candidates must have a min Level 3 qualification in Food Safety/HACCP, or a Level 2 qualification in Food Safety/HACCP obtained before January 2006. The RSPH also recommends that candidates have a level of literacy and numeracy equivalent to Level 2.
Restrictions on Candidate Entry:
Candidates should not enter or be entered with another awarding body for level 4 qualification in managing food safety in catering. Candidates must be proactive on this course and be prepared to put in extra study time outside the course training, for answering and submitting set homework, reading around the subject and preparing for the advanced Level 4 exam papers.
Course Trainer
Your Trainer:
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Teaching formal Food Safety and HACCP courses for over 12 years, including delivering courses for a Westminster Adult Education for 8 years, delivered training courses for other local authorities and culinary schools and colleges.
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International Food Safety Consultant and Auditor for Ecolab, writes bespoke HACCP plans and Food Safety Policies.
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Helps food businesses to achieve better Food Hygiene Ratings.
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Holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in a Food Science related subjects and Level 4 in Food Safety.
Course Types
Public courses @ Kitchen Tonic London (online)
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For individuals to attend
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Cost £800pp, plus £29 to cover course materials (some are posted to you, others are emailed).
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Online training is live with the trainer and delivered via video conferencing platforms. Course materials are emailed and or posted to attendees. Fee applicable for postage.
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Exams for public courses including if you attend training online, are held at our office.
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Our courses are VAT exempt. Contact us for more information
In-house - we come to you.
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If you'd like this course delivered at your business location in England, submit a request and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Min of 2 candidates required to a max of 6 candidates for quality control purposes.
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Cost £2000 plus £200pp, includes exam fees and course handouts. Additional costs may apply for trainer travel fees.
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Our courses are VAT exempt
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Contact us to discuss your requirements and arrange dates for training.