Introduction
This course is aimed at all food handlers and is recommended by the local Environmental Health Department. This course is a SCQF Level 5
We can also deliver this course onsite at a time and location that suits your team. Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 16 participants to ensure quality training. For a tailored quote, please contact shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk.
Course code
SFHE
Location
Dumfries and Stranraer Campus
Duration
1 Day, 0900 – 1630
Price
£85.00
Availability
Location: Dumfries
Delivery – 28 Oct 2026 09:00
Location: Stranraer
Delivery – 02 Nov 2026 09:00
Location: Dumfries
Delivery – 07 Jan 2027 09:00
Location: Stranraer
Delivery – 13 Jan 2027 09:00
Location: Dumfries
Delivery – 03 Feb 2027 09:00
Entry Requirements
Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:
- A valid UK passport
- A full or provisional UK driving licence
Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course.
This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Course Content
- An Introduction to Food Hygiene
- Bacteria and their Characteristics
- The Incidence of Food Poisoning
- Personal Hygiene and Working Habits of the Food Handler
- HACCP
- The Working Environment
- Cleaning Practices
- Common Food Pests
- Food Safety Legislation
Assessments
Candidates will be assessed using a 45-question multiple-choice paper and are required to achieve 60% to pass.
Please note that any exam resits will incur an additional fee. Details regarding the resit fee and payment process will be provided when scheduling the resit.
Progression
REHIS Intermediate Food Hygiene | Dumfries & Galloway College (dumgal.ac.uk)
Additional funding information
Are you, or do you employ, someone aged 15–25?
In partnership with The Holywood Trust, fully funded training is available to help young people across Dumfries and Galloway build skills for a career in the hospitality industry—whether they are just starting out or already working in the sector.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
To secure a place and access this funding, please complete the relevant booking form below:
Training Booking Form Funded By The Holywood Trust for 15 – 25 Year Olds – Fill in form
D & G Coastal Benefits Fund Via Springboard
Individuals aged 25 and over, who live in eligible coastal communities across Dumfries and Galloway can access funding to receive high-quality hospitality training that helps individuals develop new skills, enhance career opportunities and support the continued growth of the local hospitality sector.
Before completing this form, please ensure that you:
- Are aged 25 years or over.
- Live within one of the eligible Coastal Benefit Fund communities listed below.
- Meet any course-specific entry requirements (where applicable).
Nith Estuary / Solway Coast Caerlaverock, Cummertrees & Cummertrees West, Eastriggs, Dornock & Creca, Gretna & Rigg, Kingholm Quay, Kirkbean, New Abbey, Royal Burgh of Annan, Ruthwell & Clarencefield, Southerness, and Troqueer Landward
Stewartry (Kirkcudbrightshire Coast) Auchencairn, Borgue, Buittle Parish, Colvend & Southwick, Dalbeattie, Dundrennan, Gatehouse of Fleet, Kirkcolm, Royal Burgh of Kirkcudbright & District.
Wigtownshire / Machars / Rhins Cairnryan, Cree Valley, Garlieston, Isle of Whithorn, Kirkmabreck, Kirkmaiden, Leswalt, Old Luce, Port William, Portpatrick, Stoneykirk, Stranraer, Whithorn, and Wigtown & District.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
To secure a place and access this funding, please complete the relevant booking form below:
D&G Coastal Benefits Funded by Springboard Form
Course Contact Details
If you would like more information or to reserve a place on a course, please get in touch.
Telephone: 01387 734199
E-mail:shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk
Booking Terms & Conditions | Dumfries & Galloway College (dumgal.ac.uk)