REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene @ SCQF Level 5

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

Price

£85.00

Availability

Location: Stranraer
Delivery – 13 May 2026 09:00

Location: Dumfries

Delivery – 10 Jun 2026 09:00

Delivery – 08 Sep 2026 09:00

Location: Stranraer

Delivery – 15 Sep 2026 09:00

Location: Dumfries

Delivery – 26 Oct 2026 09:00

Location: Stranraer

Delivery – 02 Nov 2026 09:00

Location: Dumfries

Delivery – 07 Jan 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

Course Syllabus

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.