Food Safety – Level 3 (Supervising)
Essential food safety training for supervisors, managers and food business owners
About This Course
This Level 3 Food Safety (Supervising) course is designed for supervisors, managers, and food business owners responsible for overseeing food safety standards. It provides the knowledge and practical understanding required to supervise staff effectively, implement HACCP-based food safety management systems, and ensure legal compliance across food premises.
Successful completion demonstrates competence in supervising food safety practices and training staff to handle food safely and hygienically.
Key Facts
Legal Compliance
Understand your legal duties and how to meet food safety legislation requirements
Risk Management
Identify hazards and apply controls to reduce the risk of food contamination.
Professional Standards
Identify hazards and apply controls to reduce the risk of food contamination.
HACCP & FSMS
Learn how to implement and maintain an effective food safety management system.
What You'll Learn
- Identify and explain key UK food safety legislation and how it applies in the workplace
- Understand and implement HACCP-based food safety management systems
- Recognise microbiological, chemical, allergen and physical food hazards and apply effective controls
- Explain food poisoning, spoilage, preservation and their impact on food safety
- Supervise personal hygiene, cleaning, pest control and workplace standards
- Assess food premises design and equipment use to support safe food handling
Who should take this course
- Ideal for those responsible for supervising food handlers and maintaining standards
- Suitable for owners responsible for legal compliance and customer safety.
- A natural progression from Level 2 Food Safety or HACCP training.
- Supports preparation for inspections, audits and enforcement visits.
Why choose SkillFusion?
CPD Approved Professional Training
Recognised professional development
Instant Digital Certificate on Completion
Download proof of training straight away
Compliance Ready
Supports onboarding, refreshers, and audits
Mobile-Friendly, Self Paced Online Learning
Learn on any device, anywhere
Clear, Easy-to-Follow Online Training
Straightforward training designed for busy learners
Suitable for Individuals or Bulk Staff Training
Buy for one learner or manage teams
Course Content
Module 1 - Introduction to Food Safety
Key concepts and supervisory responsibilities
Module 2 - Food Poisoning, Spoilage & Preservation
Causes, risks and prevention
Module 3 - Microbiology
Understanding microorganisms in food safety
Module 4 - Microbiological Hazards & Controls
Identification and control measures
Module 5 - Chemical Hazards, Controls & Prevention
Safe handling and prevention
Module 6 - Allergen Hazards & Controls
Allergen management and legal duties
Module 7 - Physical Hazards & Controls
Preventing contamination from foreign bodies
Module 8 - Personal Hygiene
Supervising hygiene standards and staff behaviour
Module 9 - Design and Use of Food Premises and Equipment
Safe layouts and workflows
Module 10 - Cleaning & Disinfection
Effective cleaning systems and schedules
Module 11 - Pests & Pest Management
Prevention and control strategies
Module 12 - HACCP & Food Safety Management Systems
Principles and structure
Module 13 - Implementation of HACCP
Putting systems into practice
Module 14 - 7 Principles of Hazard Control
Core HACCP principles explained
Module 15 - Food Safety Legislation & Enforcement
Legal framework and enforcement powers
Module 16 - Final Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The course provides recognised evidence of food safety supervisory training.
Yes. It is the ideal next step for those moving into supervisory or management roles
You’ll have 12 months’ access from the date of purchase.
Certificate
CPD Certified
Certificate
Gatehouse Awards Approved
Certificate
IIRSM Approved
Certificate
Institute of Hospitality Approved