Food Hygiene and Safety Level 1 Online Course

Get your Food Hygiene Level 1 certificate online with this CPD accredited course, providing an accessible introduction to basic food safety for anyone new to working with food. Level 1 food hygiene is designed as an awareness-level qualification, making it suitable for staff who handle low-risk food, work front-of-house, or have minimal direct contact with food preparation. This includes bar staff, delivery drivers, retail assistants, waiting staff, and volunteers at community events. The course introduces the fundamentals of food safety including common food hazards, the importance of personal hygiene, basic cleaning practices, and safe food handling techniques. You will also gain an understanding of your legal responsibilities under UK food safety legislation, including the Food Safety Act 1990. While Level 1 is not a substitute for the more comprehensive Level 2 qualification required of food handlers in high-risk environments, it provides a solid foundation of knowledge and is widely accepted as appropriate training for lower-risk roles. Upon completion, you will receive a CPD accredited certificate recognised by employers across the UK hospitality and retail sectors. This fully online course is self-paced, allowing you to study at a time that suits you and complete it from any device.