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UK Restaurant Food Safety Awareness Webinar
November 27 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
UK Restaurant Food Safety Awareness Webinar
27 November, 2024
Register Free Here (and get the training material and zoom link)
(Online Training, Test and Certificate of Attendance all Free)
Objective: To provide restaurant staff and managers with an understanding of food safety regulations and how to apply the Food Safety Agency requirements to ensure compliance and protect public health.
Program Outline:
9.30-10. Introduction
10-11: Introduction to Food Safety and Regulatory Requirements
Objective: Understand the importance of food safety in a restaurant setting and familiarize participants with key Food Safety Agency requirements.
- Introduction to Food Safety
- Importance of food safety in preventing foodborne illnesses
- The role of restaurants in maintaining public health
- Overview of global and local food safety agencies and standards (e.g., Food Safety Agency, WHO)
- Food Safety Agency Regulations
- Key requirements for food safety in restaurants
- Importance of compliance with local food safety laws
- Food safety management systems (HACCP basics)
- Q&A Session
11am-12pm: Food Handling Practices and Cross-Contamination Prevention
Objective: Learn best practices for food handling to minimize risks of contamination.
- Foodborne Pathogens and Risks
- Common foodborne illnesses and their sources
- Factors that contribute to foodborne outbreaks
- Safe Food Handling
- Best practices for receiving, storing, and preparing food
- Proper handwashing and sanitation procedures
- Guidelines for temperature control (storage, cooking, and holding)
- Preventing Cross-Contamination
- How cross-contamination occurs
- Segregation of raw and cooked foods
- Safe use of utensils and cutting boards
- Interactive Exercise: Identifying Risks in Common Food Handling Scenarios
Register Free Here (and get the training material and zoom link)
12pm-1.00- Break
1pm-2pm: Personal Hygiene and Restaurant Cleanliness
Objective: Emphasize the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness in food safety.
- Personal Hygiene Requirements for Food Handlers
- Clean clothing, hair restraints, and health monitoring
- Policies regarding illness and handling food
- Cleaning and Sanitizing the Restaurant
- Cleaning schedules and protocols
- Using proper sanitizing agents and techniques
- Handling and cleaning equipment and utensils safely
- Roleplay: Demonstrating Effective Personal Hygiene and Cleaning Practices
2pm-3pm: Food Allergen Management and Customer Communication
Objective: Learn to manage food allergens and communicate effectively with customers regarding food safety.
- Understanding Food Allergens
- Common food allergens and their impact on customers
- Legal requirements for allergen management in restaurants
- Preventing Allergen Cross-Contact
- Safe food preparation and service for allergic customers
- Labeling and communicating allergen risks
- Customer Communication on Food Safety
- How to respond to customer inquiries regarding food safety
- Effective communication strategies for food allergen concerns
- Case Study: Handling an Allergen Incident in a Restaurant