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The HACCP Food Safety – Level 2 course is a practical HACCP Level 2 qualification designed to help food handlers understand and apply the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). This HACCP Level 2 course provides the essential knowledge needed to identify food safety hazards, control risks, and maintain high food hygiene standards in line with UK industry requirements.
Food safety is a legal and professional responsibility for anyone who prepares, handles, stores, or serves food. Whether you work in catering, hospitality, food manufacturing, retail, or food production, understanding HACCP principles helps minimise contamination risks, protect consumers, and support compliance with food safety regulations.
Developed by qualified food safety professionals, this CPD accredited HACCP training Level 2 course from Training Express combines easy-to-understand lessons with interactive learning. You’ll benefit from expert tutor support, flexible online study, lifetime access, and an Instant Free CPD Certificate, giving you the confidence to apply HACCP principles in real workplace environments.
Key Features
- CPD Accredited
- Fully online, self-paced learning
- Interactive modules for better engagement
- Audio and visual learning materials
- Assessment included
- Accessible on mobile, tablet, and desktop
- 24/7 tutor support
Sneak Peek
Learning Outcomes
This Level 2 Food Safety Course equips you with the practical knowledge required to follow HACCP procedures and contribute to a safer food handling environment.
After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the purpose and importance of HACCP in food safety.
- Identify biological, chemical, physical, and allergen hazards.
- Apply the core principles of HACCP in everyday food handling.
- Recognise Critical Control Points (CCPs) within food production processes.
- Support the development of basic HACCP plans.
- Follow effective food hygiene and contamination control practices.
- Maintain accurate food safety records and documentation.
- Contribute to legal compliance and continuous food safety improvement.
Certification
- Instant digital certificate available upon completion
- Printed certificate available for delivery (postal charges may apply)
- Certification is recommended to be renewed every 3 years to stay updated
Accreditation
This course is fully accredited by CPD and endorsed by QLS, ensuring recognised standards of quality and learning.
Who Should Take This Course
This course is designed for anyone involved in preparing, handling, storing, serving, or manufacturing food who wants to improve their food safety knowledge and understand the practical application of HACCP principles.
This course is ideal for:
- Food handlers
- Kitchen assistants
- Chefs and cooks
- Catering staff
- Restaurant and café employees
- Food production operatives
- Food manufacturing staff
- Bakery workers
- Hospitality professionals
- Food retail employees
- School, college, and hospital catering staff
- Supervisors responsible for food safety
- Anyone starting a career in the food industry
Whether you are entering the food industry or refreshing your existing knowledge, this beginner-friendly course provides practical skills that help you maintain high food safety standards and meet employer expectations.
Why Take This Course
Maintaining high food safety standards is essential for protecting customers, complying with UK food safety legislation, and preserving the reputation of any food business. A strong understanding of HACCP principles enables food handlers to identify hazards, reduce contamination risks, and contribute to a safer working environment.
By choosing Training Express, you will benefit from:
- CPD accredited professional training
- UK recognised online qualification
- Interactive and engaging learning modules
- Easy-to-understand lessons suitable for beginners
- Expert tutor support throughout your studies
- Instant Free CPD Certificate upon successful completion
- Developed by qualified food safety professionals
- Flexible online, self-paced learning
- Mobile, tablet, and desktop-friendly access
- Lifetime access to all course materials
- Course content aligned with UK food safety legislation and industry standards
- Practical workplace knowledge that can be applied immediately
Whether you are looking to improve your food safety knowledge, enhance your CV, or meet workplace training requirements, this HACCP Level 2 course provides valuable skills that support both personal development and long-term career progression within the food industry.
Job Opportunities & Salary Expectations in the UK
| Job Role | Average UK Salary |
|---|---|
| Food Production Operative | £22,000–£29,000 per year |
| Food Safety Assistant | £24,000–£32,000 per year |
| Kitchen Assistant | £22,000–£28,000 per year |
| Chef de Partie | £28,000–£36,000 per year |
| Catering Assistant | £22,000–£28,000 per year |
| Food Manufacturing Operative | £24,000–£32,000 per year |
| Quality Assurance Assistant (Food) | £26,000–£35,000 per year |
| Food Hygiene Supervisor | £30,000–£40,000 per year |
Entry Requirements
This course is suitable for learners of all experience levels.
- No formal qualifications required
- No previous HACCP knowledge needed
- Basic English reading and communication skills
- A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access
Course Curriculum
The detailed curriculum outline of our HACCP Food Safety Level 2
is as follows:
Start by building a strong understanding of the common hazards that affect food safety and the measures used to control them. This module introduces the risks faced during food handling and production while helping learners understand the importance of preventing contamination. It provides the essential foundation for applying HACCP principles in real workplace settings.
This module introduces the key principles that form the basis of every effective HACCP system. You’ll develop an understanding of how hazards are assessed, controlled, and monitored throughout food production processes. The knowledge gained here helps learners follow consistent food safety procedures and contribute to maintaining high industry standards.
Learn how a basic HACCP plan is developed to support safe food production and regulatory compliance. This module explains the planning process and highlights the importance of teamwork, documentation, and verification in creating an effective food safety management system. It equips learners with practical knowledge that supports day-to-day food safety operations.
Strong prerequisite programmes provide the foundation for every successful HACCP system. In this module, you’ll explore the essential practices that help maintain hygienic food production environments, reduce contamination risks, and support consistent food safety performance. These systems play a vital role in protecting both businesses and consumers.
FAQs
What is HACCP Level 2?
HACCP Level 2 is a food safety qualification that teaches the fundamental principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). It helps food handlers understand how to identify potential hazards, control food safety risks, and follow safe working practices to protect consumers and comply with UK food safety standards.
Who should take a HACCP Level 2 course?
A HACCP Level 2 course is suitable for anyone involved in preparing, handling, storing, serving, or manufacturing food. It is ideal for kitchen staff, chefs, catering assistants, food production operatives, hospitality workers, and anyone who needs a practical understanding of food safety and HACCP procedures.
What is covered in HACCP Training Level 2?
HACCP Training Level 2 covers food safety hazards, contamination prevention, the core HACCP principles, basic HACCP plan development, prerequisite food safety programmes, and essential food hygiene practices. The course provides practical knowledge that learners can apply in everyday food handling environments.
Do I need previous food safety experience to enrol?
No. This Level 2 Food Safety Course is beginner-friendly and suitable for learners with no previous food industry experience. The course starts with the basics before introducing HACCP principles in a clear, practical, and easy-to-understand way.
Is this HACCP Level 2 course CPD accredited?
Yes. This course is CPD accredited, demonstrating its value for professional development. Completing the course helps enhance your food safety knowledge while supporting career progression in catering, hospitality, retail, and food manufacturing.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. After successfully completing the course, you will receive an Instant Free CPD Certificate from Training Express. Your certificate demonstrates your commitment to food safety and can strengthen your CV when applying for food industry roles.
How is the course delivered?
This HACCP Level 2 training course is delivered entirely online through the user-friendly Training Express learning platform. You can study at your own pace using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. With lifetime access to the course materials, you can revisit lessons whenever you need to refresh your food safety knowledge.
Is HACCP Level 2 recognised in the UK?
Yes. HACCP is a widely recognised food safety management system used throughout the UK food industry. This CPD accredited course supports professional development and helps learners understand food safety practices that align with current UK industry standards and workplace expectations.
Can this course help me find a food industry job?
Yes. Completing a HACCP Level 2 course can improve your employability by demonstrating your understanding of food safety and hygiene principles. Many employers within catering, hospitality, food manufacturing, and retail value candidates who have completed recognised HACCP training.
Why choose Training Express for HACCP Level 2 training?
Training Express provides flexible, high-quality online learning designed to fit around your schedule. With CPD accreditation, expert tutor support, interactive modules, lifetime access, and an Instant Free CPD Certificate, you’ll gain practical skills that can be applied confidently in any food handling environment.
Course Curriculum
| Introduction | |||
| Introduction | 00:01:00 | ||
| Module 1: Food Safety Hazards and Controls | |||
| 1.1. Food Safety Hazards and Controls | 00:01:00 | ||
| 1.1.1. Overview of Hazard Categories | 00:01:00 | ||
| 1.1.2. Microbiological Contaminants and Risks | 00:01:00 | ||
| 1.1.3. Chemical and Physical Contaminants | 00:01:00 | ||
| 1.1.4. Allergen Management in Food Production | 00:01:00 | ||
| 1.1.5. Basic Preventive and Control Measures | 00:01:00 | ||
| Reading Materials | |||
| Food Safety Hazards and Controls | 00:00:00 | ||
| Module 2: Core HACCP Principles | |||
| 2.1. Core HACCP Principles | 00:01:00 | ||
| 2.1.1. Conducting a Simple Hazard Analysis | 00:01:00 | ||
| 2.1.2. Identifying Critical Control Points (CCPs) | 00:01:00 | ||
| 2.1.3. Understanding Critical Limits | 00:01:00 | ||
| 2.1.4. Monitoring CCPs in Practice | 00:01:00 | ||
| 2.1.5. Implementing Corrective Actions | 00:01:00 | ||
| Reading Materials | |||
| Core HACCP Principles | 00:00:00 | ||
| Module 3: HACCP Plan Development Essentials | |||
| 3.1. HACCP Plan Development Essentials | 00:01:00 | ||
| 3.1.1. Building a HACCP Team | 00:01:00 | ||
| 3.1.2 Describing Products and Usage | 00:01:00 | ||
| 3.1.4 Performing Basic Verification | 00:01:00 | ||
| 3.1.5. Introduction to Record-Keeping | 00:01:00 | ||
| Reading Materials | |||
| HACCP Plan Development Essentials | 00:00:00 | ||
| Module 4: Prerequisite Food Safety Systems | |||
| 4.1. Prerequisite Food Safety Systems | 00:01:00 | ||
| 4.1.1. Cleaning, Sanitation, and Personal Hygiene | 00:01:00 | ||
| 4.1.2. Supplier and Ingredient Control | 00:01:00 | ||
| 4.1.3. Traceability, Labelling, and Recall Basics | 00:01:00 | ||
| 4.1.4. Introduction to Training and SOPs | 00:01:00 | ||
| 4.1.5. Handling and Storage Practices | 00:01:00 | ||
| Reading Materials | |||
| Prerequisite Food Safety Systems | 00:00:00 | ||
| Conclusion | |||
| Conclusion | 00:01:00 | ||
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