The introduction of HACCP in January 2006 has necessitated a revison of current UK food training and new standards have been introduced.

The old "Basic Food Hygiene" no longer exists and has been replaced. By incorporating HACCP into the learning standards have re-emerged as the new "Level 2 Food Safety Awards". These awards are now divided into occupational areas in Manufacture, Catering and Retail. Similarly the awareness level one is also divided into Manufature, Catering and Retail.

There are also clear guidelines as to who should do the level 1 and the level 2 in food safety.

Food Safety Level 1 - this awareness level award is for:

  • Those who handle wrapped foods.

  • Those who handle foods that do not need to be
     kept hot or in a refrigerator.

  • Those who need to enter food premises but do not
     handle the food e.g. delivery personnel, cleaners,
     and maintenance staff.

  • As an induction for those entering the food industry.

Courses at this level include:

  • Level 1 - Food Hygiene & HACCP Essentials (ASET)
  • Level 1 - Food Hygiene Principles & Practices (ASET)
  • Level 1 - HACCP Awareness (ASET)
  • More Food Safety Level 1 courses coming soon.


Food Safety Level 2 - this level award is for the majority of food handlers who handle all food whether open or packaged, temperature controlled or drinks.

  • The level 2 award may be taken as a stand-alone
     certificate,or as part of a wider course of training
     (e.g. NVQ's).

  • There is no need to complete the level 1 before
     progressing to the level 2.

  • ASET awards will enable the user to be fully
     compliant with UK and EU standards.

Courses at this level include:

  • Food Safety Level 2 in Manufacturing
  • Food Safety Level 2 in Catering
  • Food Safety Level 2 in Retail due December '07.


Our awards are produced in partnership wtih ASET, a UK national awarding body recognised by the Department for Education and Skills, the Learning and Skills Council and all relevant government departments and agencies.

These are the first E-Learning awards to have on-line testing. Successful candidates receive their ASET certificate immediately which are printable with no delay.