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Johannesburg

Food Safety Training in Johannesburg introduces core principles of food hygiene and safe handling. The course covers safety hazards, contamination control, personal and workplace hygiene, food safety systems, allergen management, legal requirements, and best practices for safe food preparation.

Understand the food safety control systems in food processing effectively
Get familiar with the characterisation of food safety and risks successfully
Learn how to ensure food safety through this Food Safety Training

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Food Safety Training Overview

Course syllabus

Who it’s for

What’s included

FAQs

Food Safety Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety

Understanding Food Safety
Importance of Food Safety in the Food Industry
Foodborne Illnesses and Their Impact
Regulatory Bodies and Food Safety Standards
Food Safety Culture in Organisations
Setting Food Safety Objectives

Module 2: Food Safety Hazards

Biological Hazards
Chemical Hazards
Physical Hazards
Emerging Food Safety Risks
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
Risk Assessment in Food Safety

Module 3: Food Safety Management Systems

Introduction to Food Safety Management Systems
ISO 22000 and Other FSMS Standards
Implementing and Maintaining an FSMS
Documenting Food Safety Procedures
Internal and External Audits
Continuous Improvement in Food Safety

Module 4: Food Handling and Hygiene

Personal Hygiene Practices
Safe Food Handling and Storage
Cross-Contamination Prevention
Temperature Control in Food Storage
Proper Cooking and Reheating
Food Preservation Techniques

Module 5: Food Safety in the Supply Chain

Supplier Selection and Approval
Transportation and Logistics Safety
Receiving and Inspection of Ingredients
Traceability and Recall Procedures
Managing Food Safety in Distribution
Collaborating with Suppliers

Module 6: Allergen Management

Common Food Allergens
Allergen Labelling Regulations
Cross-Contact Prevention
Allergen Management in Food Production
Employee Training on Allergen Handling
Allergen Testing and Verification

Module 7: Food Safety Compliance

Regulatory Requirements and Compliance
Food Safety Inspections and Audits
Record Keeping and Documentation
Responding to Food Safety Incidents
Regulatory Changes and Updates
International Food Safety Regulations

Module 8: Food Safety Culture and Communication

Fostering a Food Safety Culture
Employee Training and Engagement
Effective Communication of Food Safety Practices
Crisis Communication in Food Safety Incidents
Future Trends in Food Safety

Who Should Attend the Food Safety Training?

The training is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills related to maintaining and ensuring food safety standards in various food-related industries. This course will benefit the following professionals:

Food Service Managers
Chefs and Cooks
Restaurant Owners
Catering Managers
Food Safety Inspectors
Quality Control Managers
Food Production Supervisors

Prerequisites of the Food Safety Training

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this training. However, having a basic understanding of Food Safety principles would be beneficial.

Food Safety Training Course Overview

Food safety relates to managing, making, and storing food to minimise the risk of people falling ill from foodborne diseases. Food safety aims to prevent food from getting contaminated, harming individuals. It is essential for all individuals responsible for ensuring food safety during the food processing life cycle. Studying this Food Safety Training will help delegates to enhance their food safety knowledge to ensure food safety during the processing cycle. Pursuing this training will help individuals gain the required knowledge, skills, and experience to enhance their career prospects in the food safety domain.

Understanding food safety course is essential for the employers and professionals in the food industry, catering services, food manufacturing, retail, and restaurants as well. Knowledge in this subject ensures compliance with health and safety regulations and promotes a culture of hygiene and responsibility toward food handling and preparation.

This 1-day The Knowledge Academy's Food Safety Training covers all necessary concepts to help delegates become thoroughly familiar with food safety and hazards. Delegates will learn about food safety risks, operations, monitoring methods, and agricultural contaminants, guided by an experienced trainer to ensure comprehensive knowledge for managers and supervisors.

Course Objectives

To understand the fundamental principles of food safety
To identify and assess chemical risks in food handling and preparation
To implement effective food safety practices in retail food environment
To recognise and manage biological food hazards
To apply the principles of modern food hygiene in the daily operations

At the end of this Food Safety Course, delegates will be able to apply food safety controls to achieve high standards of food hygiene. They will also be able to become an expert in ensuring the quality and safety of food products within an organisation successfully.

What’s included in this Food Safety Training?

World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
Food Safety Certificate
Digital Delegate Pack

Train Your Workforce

Looking for Food Safety Training in-house or onsite training in Johannesburg? We specialise in corporate group training and bulk bookings for organisations of all sizes in Johannesburg. Our trainers deliver tailored sessions at your premises, online, or hybrid, with best price guarantee, group discounts and flexible scheduling to train your team.

Our Johannesburg venue

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Free Wi-Fi

To make sure you’re always connected we offer completely free and easy to access wi-fi.

Air conditioned

To keep you comfortable during your course we offer a fully air conditioned environment.

Full IT support

IT support is on hand to sort out any unforseen issues that may arise.

Video equipment

This location has full video conferencing equipment.

Johannesburg, the capital of Gauteng is the largest city within South Africa. Johannesburg is one of fifty largest urban areas in the world. The city has around 950,000 inhabitants. The diamond and gold trade is a large source within the city within the Witwatersrand hills. The city has numerous collections of settlements they are called South-western Townships “Soweto”. The townships had a population of largely native African workers living on the outskirts of Johannesburg. The city has an unemployment rate of around 24.3%.Johannesburg has several higher educational institutes including public and private. Public universities within the city include, University of the Witwatersrand and the University of Johannesburg. The University of the Witwatersrand, has around 30,000 enrolled students studying over several campuses. The public research university provides students with the education of, Commerce, Law, Management, Engineering, Health Sciences, Humanities and Science. Other universities within the city include, University of the Witwatersrand and Gordon Institute of Business Science.

Ways to take Food Safety Training in Johannesburg

Online Instructor-Led Learning

Online Self-Paced Learning

Classroom Based Learning

Onsite Learning

Experience live, interactive learning from home with The Knowledge Academy's Online Instructor-led Food Safety Training. Engage directly with expert instructors, mirroring the classroom schedule for a comprehensive learning journey. Enjoy the convenience of virtual learning without compromising on the quality of interaction.

Live classes

Join a scheduled class with a live instructor and other delegates.

Interactive

Engage in activities, and communicate with your trainer and peers.

Global Pool of the Best Trainers

We handpick from a global pool of expert trainers for our Online Instructor-led courses.

Expertise

With 10+ years of quality, instructor-led training, we equip professionals with lasting skills for success.

Scalable Training Delivery

Access Food Safety Training in Johannesburg delivered by one of the largest training providers, with scalable instructor-led classes, accessible worldwide.

Master Food Safety Training with a flexible yet structured approach that combines live, expert-led sessions and self-paced study. With Weekly one-to-one tutor support and consistently high pass rates, you’ll receive tailored guidance and achieve real results.

Structured Yet Flexible Learning

Take part in scheduled, instructor-led sessions with real-time feedback, while enjoying the freedom to study independently. Interactive resources and progress tracking tools help you stay motivated and on target.

Engaging & Interactive Training

Join dynamic live sessions featuring discussions, practical activities, and peer collaboration. Learn from Food Safety Training industry experts and reinforce your knowledge with self-paced modules—plus, connect with professionals in your field.

Expert-Led Course

Gain valuable insight from experienced trainers during live sessions, and revisit course materials anytime to deepen your understanding. This method offers the ideal balance between expert guidance and independent learning.

Global Training Accessibility

Access top-quality training across time zones—anytime, anywhere. Whether at home or on the go, our expert-led sessions and flexible study materials support your goals, and help you on the journey towards the certification.

Learn Food Safety Training through The Knowledge Academy’s Online Self-Paced Learning. This flexible and structured format supports your training goals and enables every professional to build skills with confidence.

Flexible Learning

Access Food Safety Training resources 24/7 to maintain steady progress, complete regular assessments or tasks, and upskill effectively alongside work commitments.

Expert-Developed Content

Our Online Course content is designed by experienced trainers to ensure accuracy, relevance, and practical value.

Global Training Provider

Access Food Safety Training in Johannesburg from a trusted global training provider delivering consistent learning to professionals worldwide.

Cost-Effective Training

Benefit from the cost-effective Food Safety Training that delivers high-quality course content without compromising learning outcomes.

Interactive LMS

Track performance, download resources, and receive AI-enabled support through The Knowledge Academy’s dedicated Learning Management System.

Experience the most sought-after learning style with The Knowledge Academy's Food Safety Training Course. Available in 490+ locations across 190+ countries, our hand-picked Classroom venues offer an invaluable human touch. Immerse yourself in a comprehensive, interactive experience with our expert-led Food Safety Training sessions.

Highly experienced trainers

Boost your skills with our expert trainers, boasting 10+ years of real-world experience, ensuring an engaging and informative training experience

State of the art training venues

We only use the highest standard of learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable and distraction-free as possible

Small class sizes

Our Classroom courses with limited class sizes foster discussions and provide a personalised, interactive learning environment

Great value for money

Achieve certification without breaking the bank. Find a lower price elsewhere? We'll match it to guarantee you the best value

Streamline large-scale training requirements with The Knowledge Academy’s In-house/Onsite Food Safety Training Course at your business premises. Experience expert-led classroom learning from the comfort of your workplace and engage professional development.

Tailored learning experience

Leverage benefits offered from a certification that fits your unique business or project needs

Maximise your training budget

Cut unnecessary costs and focus your entire budget on what really matters, the training.

Team building opportunity

Our Food Safety Training offers a unique chance for your team to bond and engage in discussions, enriching the learning experience beyond traditional classroom settings

Monitor employees progress

The course know-how will help you track and evaluate your employees' progression and performance with relative ease

Food Safety Training Schedule in Johannesburg

Online Instructor-Led

Online Self-Paced

Classroom

Onsite

Package deals for Food Safety Training in Johannesburg

Our training experts have compiled a range of course packages on a variety of categories in Food Safety Training, to boost your career. The packages consist of the best possible qualifications with Food Safety Training, and allows you to purchase multiple courses at a discounted rate.

Health & Safety In The Workplace | Food Safety Masterclass in Johannesburg FAQs

What is Food Safety?

What are the prerequisites for registering for the Food Safety Certification?

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this Food Safety Course.

Who should attend this Food Safety Course?

This training course is intended for anyone who wants to enhance the standard of food hygiene within an organisation. Also, Food Service Managers, Chefs and Cooks, Restaurants Owners, and Food Production Supervisors can attain this course.

What are the benefits of FSMS (Food Safety Management System)?

It helps to improve inventory control, reduces loss in the product, helps to improve product quality, achieves more consistency in product preparation, promotes effective collaboration and communication with industry regulators, etc.

What are the key principles of Food Safety?

Minimise contamination, separation, cooking, storage, safe water, and raw materials are the five key principles of Food Safety.

What is the duration of this Food Safety Course?

This Food Safety Course takes 1- day to complete during which delegates participate in intensive learning sessions that cover various course topics.

What is included in the course?

In this training course, delegates will have intensive training with our experienced instructors, a digital delegate pack consisting of important notes related to this course, and a certificate after course completion, ensuring you gain practical experience and in-depth knowledge.

What is the scope of the Food Safety Course?

The scope of Food Safety Course includes understanding key food safety principles, adhering to regulatory standards, hazards identifications and control, and including good hygiene practices. It also includes best practices for food handling and storage, emergency response strategies, and ensuring effective communication and training to maintain food safety.

Do you provide exam for the Food Safety Course?

No, there is no formal exam at the end of this course. However, delegates are assessed through practical exercises and activities throughout the training to ensure they understand and can apply the concepts effectively.

What are the topics covered in the Food Safety Course?

Topics covered in the Food Safety Course are introduction to food safety, food safety hazards, food safety management system, food handling and hygiene, food safety in the supply chain, allergen management, food safety compliance, and food safety culture and communication.

What skills will I gain from this Food Safety Training Course?

This Food Safety Training Course will equip delegates with skills to identify and manage food safety hazards, implement Good Hygiene Practices. Additionally, delegates will learn effective food handling, storage techniques, and emergency response strategies to maintain high standards of food safety.

What career opportunities can I avail myself from this Food Safety Certification?

Career opportunities like Food Service Managers, Chefs and Cooks, Restaurant Owners, Catering Managers, Food Safety Inspectors, Quality Control Managers, and Food Production Supervisors can be availed from this certification.

What will I learn in this Food Safety Certification?

Delegates will be learning importance of food safety in the food industry, food borne illnesses and their impact, hazard analysis and critical control points, different types of hazards, introduction to food safety management system, temperature control in food storage, traceability and recall procedures, allergen management in food production, international food safety regulations, and future trends in food safety in this certificate.

Will I receive a certification upon completing this Food Safety Training?

Yes, after completing this course you will receive a certificate of completion to validate your achievement and demonstrate your proficiency in the course material.

Why choose The Knowledge Academy in Johannesburg over others?

The Knowledge Academy in Johannesburg stands out as a prestigious training provider known for its extensive course offerings, expert instructors, adaptable learning formats, and industry recognition. It's a dependable option for those seeking this course.

What is the cost/training fees for Food Safety Training in Johannesburg?

The training fees for Food Safety Training in Johannesburg starts from R30495

Which is the best training institute/provider of Food Safety Training in Johannesburg?

The Knowledge Academy is one of the Leading global training provider for Food Safety Training.

What are the best Health & Safety in the Workplace courses in Johannesburg?

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Many delivery methods

Flexible delivery methods are available depending on your learning style.

High quality resources

Resources are included for a comprehensive learning experience.

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"Really good course and well organised. Trainer was great with a sense of humour - his experience allowed a free flowing course, structured to help you gain as much information & relevant experience whilst helping prepare you for the exam"

Joshua Davies, Thames Water