Follow basic food safety practices

HLTFSE001

Follow basic food safety practices

SHORT COURSE

Duration

Flexible

Delivery

Flexible

Overview

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to comply with personal hygiene, maintain food safety, contribute to cleanliness of food handling areas and dispose of food.

This unit applies to food services workers who work under supervision and within defined guidelines.

Duration/Delivery

Duration

Flexible

Delivery

Flexible

Study when and where it suits you. Our flexible, self-paced courses are designed to fit around your lifestyle, allowing you to learn at your own pace from anywhere. You’ll receive 100% student support and access to a trainer for guidance throughout your learning journey.

Entry Requirements

ACOS requires that all students:

Are over the age of 18
Have access to internet, webcam, email and MS Word
Have language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and follow basic food handling procedures, identify contamination risks, and communicate safety issues to supervisors.

Units of Competency

[None]

Career Outcomes

Fees

	Domestic & International Students
Unit Fee	$150

Education Pathway

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