Elementary Food Hygiene
The REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene course is designed to provide a basic knowledge and understanding of the causes of food poisoning, measures for prevention and the legal aspects of food hygiene in Scotland.
Elementary Food Hygiene 6 hour course
The attended course is held at Aberdeen City Council, Marischal College and includes 6 hours of tuition with a 30 minute multiple choice question paper at the end.
The course can also be held on your business premises if you have enough to put through the course, and a suitable space to deliver the training.
Who should enrol?
The course provides a good introduction to food issues including hazard analysis and provide the necessary knowledge and information needed to underpin good food safety practices.
The course is recommended for all food handlers or those seeking employment within the food manufacturing, catering and care sectors or anyone who wants to know more about food safety.
There are no formal entry requirements to enrol on this course.
Learning outcomes
Participants will gain a good knowledge and understanding of the following subject areas:
General Introduction to Food Hygiene
- Food Pests
- Bacteria
- Food Premises, Equipment and Utensils
- Food Poisoning and Its Prevention
- Cleaning and Disinfection
- Personal Hygiene
- Food Hygiene Law
Why take this course with Aberdeen City Council?
Aberdeen City Council is a REHIS Approved Training Centre delivering approved courses, leading to formally recognised qualifications.
Affordable and accessible learning
- The one day course is held at Marischal College or delivered at your business premises, if sufficient numbers.
- Training material provided.
- Examination fee included in the price.
Excellent Customer Service
- Qualified, REHIS registered tutors
- The tutor is a practising Environmental Health Officer with up to date knowledge on food hygiene matters and can discuss real life scenarios.
Course fees
If you would like to enrol on a course please contact us for dates and fees.
Want to know more?
If you have any questions about the course please email commercial@aberdeencity.gov.uk.
Please complete and return this form to enrol in the course