Food Handling – Category A

This course is designed for food handlers involved in the preparation, manufacture, packaging, or handling of non-high-risk and wrapped food. It also includes those who may not be directly involved in food preparation or manufacture but are still responsible for food handling in a safe and compliant manner.

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Food Handling – Category A

Enhance your skills and meet legal requirements with our Food Handling Category A course, specifically designed for individuals involved in the preparation, manufacture, packaging, or handling of high-risk food. This course is essential for those working with food that is more vulnerable to contamination, ensuring that food safety protocols are followed meticulously. Delivered in a fun and interactive environment, this course will equip participants with the necessary knowledge to ensure that food is handled safely and in compliance with Legal Notice 178 of 2001.

By the end of the course, you will understand the critical importance of food safety when dealing with high-risk foods and be prepared to implement best practices in your work environment.

What You’ll Learn:

Food Safety for High-Risk Foods: Learn the unique requirements for handling high-risk foods, which are more susceptible to contamination and require stricter safety protocols.
Contamination Prevention: Understand the causes of foodborne illnesses and how to effectively prevent contamination during food preparation, handling, and packaging.
Temperature Control: Learn how to store, cook, and handle high-risk foods at the correct temperatures to prevent bacterial growth and foodborne illnesses.
Food Hygiene and Personal Hygiene: Understand the importance of maintaining hygiene standards in the workplace, including personal hygiene for food handlers to reduce the risk of contamination.
Handling, Storage, and Transportation: Learn the correct methods for storing, transporting, and displaying high-risk foods, ensuring they remain safe for consumption.
Legal Requirements and Compliance: Understand how to comply with the legal requirements set out in Legal Notice 178 of 2001 and Food Safety Commission (FSC) regulations.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: Learn the essential cleaning and sanitizing procedures for equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas to avoid contamination.

The course will be delivered at PG Group, Ħal-Farruġ Road, Luqa, LQA 3078

Why Attend?

The Food Handling – Category A course is crucial for individuals working with high-risk food items. By gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent contamination and maintain safe food handling practices, participants will be better equipped to ensure food safety and quality. In turn, this will help protect consumers and maintain compliance with the relevant food safety regulations.

Course Format:

Theory: Learn the principles of food safety, hygiene standards, and food handling practices specific to high-risk foods.
Expert Instruction: Receive guidance from experienced instructors with a deep understanding of food safety regulations and high-risk food handling.

Food Handler License:

Upon successful completion of the Food Handling Category A course, participants will be registered as food handlers with the Food Safety Commission of Malta and issued a Food Handler License. We will manage all necessary arrangements for the issuance of the food handling license.

Why Choose Us?

Our trainers are licensed by the Food Safety Commission of Malta and are highly experienced and will ensure you gain the necessary knowledge and skills to handle high-risk foods safely and efficiently, in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.

Who Should Attend:

Chefs, Pastry Chefs, Butchers, and Bakers
Food Manufacturers, Packers, and Processors
Anyone Working with High-Risk Foods