GSFIN Level 1 International Award in Food Safety for Manufacturing (CPD)

Course Overview

This introductory course provides a fundamental understanding of essential food safety practices within the food manufacturing industry. Participants will learn key food safety concepts, industry hygiene standards, and best practices to maintain safe manufacturing environments. The course is ideal for entry-level employees seeking foundational knowledge in food safety compliance, helping them contribute to safer food production processes.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the importance of food safety in manufacturing.
2. Identify key food safety hazards in food production.
3. Apply basic hygiene and sanitation practices for manufacturing environments.
4. Recognize cross-contamination risks and prevention methods.
5. Understand temperature control and its role in food safety.
6. Identify safe handling and storage practices for raw materials and finished products.
7. Recognize the importance of personal hygiene in manufacturing.
8. Understand basic cleaning and sanitation procedures.
9. Comprehend basic food safety regulations and compliance requirements.
10. Identify the role of documentation in food safety.

Course Outcomes:

Participants will gain foundational skills in food safety practices specific to food manufacturing, helping them contribute to a safe production environment and comply with basic industry regulations.

Target Audience:

Entry-level manufacturing employees, new hires, and individuals seeking to understand basic food safety principles in manufacturing.

Prerequisites:

No prior food safety experience is required.

Course Content / Syllabus Outline:

1. Introduction to Food Safety in Manufacturing
2. Understanding Food Safety Hazards
3. Basic Hygiene and Sanitation in Manufacturing
4. Preventing Cross-Contamination
5. Temperature Control and Storage Basics

Assessment and Evaluation Methods:

Participants will be assessed through quizzes and a final evaluation that covers practical food safety scenarios relevant to manufacturing environments.

Certification / CPD Points:

Successful completion awards a Level 1 CPD-certified certificate with associated CPD points.

Course Duration:

The course spans 6 hours, including training and assessment.