Food Safety

"IKEA have been in a working partnership with Shieldyourself for the last two years and they have totally changed the way in which we think about and work with food safety.

They have successfully supported us in developing and standardizing our paperwork, through working diaries and they have made a significant saving for us in slimming down our procedures and documentation for the good of the business, whilst we still remain secure.

Shieldyourself are helping us to develop new systems for the future, thus securing food safety to another level that will support us long term and not just in the short term, it's an exciting time."

Laws & Standards Manager,
IKEA Food Services UK & Ireland

CIEH Level 4 Awards in Food Safety

Previously this course was referred to as the ‘advanced’ food safety course. Three qualifications have been developed to ensure that the learning is relevant to your specific business requirement. These qualifications provide food business owners, trainers, production managers and hygiene auditors,
a high level practical qualification with external accreditation. Click on the appropriate link to download the syllabus.

CIEH Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering
CIEH Level 4 Award in Food Safety Management for Manufacturing

Who needs a certificate?

Managers, supervisors and senior hygiene personnel such as production managers, trainers, owners or managers of food businesses, supervisors, hygiene auditors, shift managers or supervisors. It is recommended that candidates complete the CIEH Level 3 Awards in Food Safety prior to starting this course.

This qualification is also suitable for those wishing to deliver CIEH food safety qualifications as part of their training provision.

What will I learn?

Introduction to Food Safety and Contamination
Microbiology (Multiplication & Survival Hazards
Food Borne Illness • Food Handlers and Personal Hygiene • Training and Education
Food Hazards and Controls from Purchase to Service
The Design and Construction of Food Premises and Equipment
Cleaning and Disinfection
Pest Management
Food Safety Management and HACCP
The Role of the Manager
Food Safety Legislation and Enforcement

How do I get my certificate?

The course takes five days to and comprises a controlled assignment and an examination paper both of which are to be completed under examination conditions.

How much does it cost?

Open courses cost £499 (+VAT) available in Manchester City centre and London City centre. Book now by calling 0845 643 7225 or email info@shieldyourself.co.uk

If you have more than eight candidates (and a suitable room) you could save money with an in-house course from £3,992 (+VAT), each additional candidate is only charged £449 (+VAT) up to a maximum of seven additional candidates. Book now by calling 0845 643 7225 or email info@shieldyourself.co.uk

Are there any discounts available?

Yes, we have an early bird offer - 10% off courses booked and paid for 6 weeks in advance.