Level 2 Award in Food Safety Retail
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Award in Food Safety Retail program, designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety in retail environments. It emphasizes contamination control, allergen management, safe food handling, and compliance with food safety legislation. Participants will gain the competence to act as certified food handlers in retail operations, ensuring safe practices that protect consumers and meet regulatory requirements.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 2 Award in Food Safety Retail |
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| Total Credits | 10 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 100 |
| Qualification Time | 100 |
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Introduction to Food Safety in Retail Importance of food safety in retail, responsibilities of staff, and consumer protection.
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Microbiological Hazards in Retail Bacteria, viruses, and fungi relevant to retail food handling and their control.
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Contamination Hazards and Controls Cross‑contamination risks in retail environments and effective prevention strategies.
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Food Poisoning and Foodborne Diseases Common pathogens, symptoms, and prevention in retail operations.
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Personal Hygiene for Retail Staff Hand hygiene, protective clothing, and illness reporting in retail settings.
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HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) in Retail Application of HACCP principles to retail food handling and storage.
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Safe Food Handling Practices Receiving, storing, displaying, and selling food safely.
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Cleaning and Disinfection in Retail Cleaning schedules, sanitizers, pest control, and maintaining hygienic premises.
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Food Safety Legislation and Enforcement UK/EU and international food safety laws, enforcement agencies, and penalties for non‑compliance.
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Allergen Management in Retail Identifying allergens, preventing cross‑contact, and accurate product labeling.
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Builds competence in retail‑specific food safety and hygiene practices
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Enhances compliance with HACCP, Codex, and UK/EU food safety legislation
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Strengthens skills in allergen management, contamination prevention, and safe handling
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Provides tools for effective cleaning, disinfection, and hazard control in retail environments
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in retail food handling and compliance
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Retail food handlers and supervisors
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Supermarket, grocery, and convenience store staff
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Butchers, bakers, and delicatessen workers
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Quality assurance and compliance officers in retail food outlets
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Individuals seeking compliance with workplace food safety requirements
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical demonstration
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Format: MCQs, short answers, and hygiene practice checks
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Total Questions: 40 theory + 1 practical assessment
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 1 day (6–8 hours total)
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Certification: Level 2 Award in Food Safety Retail (FSRT)
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