RSPH Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety & Hygiene (Manufacturing)

What is Level 4 Food Safety for Manufacturing?

The RSPH Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety and Hygiene in Manufacturing covers the principles of food safety and hygiene at a managerial level in a manufacturing environment. This qualification is designed to help you understand the importance of maintaining high standards of food safety and the procedures required to manage risks effectively.

This qualification is regulated by Ofqual/CCEA and Qualification Wales.

Who is this qualification for?

Level 4 Managing Food Safety and Hygiene is valuable for anyone in or looking for managerial roles in the food manufacturing sector – whether you are currently a manager, preparing for a managerial role, or looking to improve safety standards for your team.

Key skills

By completing this qualification, you will gain practical, actionable understanding of food safety at a managerial level, including:

Roles and responsibilities for managing food safety
The importance of food safety management systems
How to identify and control common food safety hazards
Procedures for maintaining hygiene and preventing contamination
Managerial skills for overseeing food safety practices

How long does it take to complete?

The qualification takes a total of 45 hours to complete, including 35 hours of guided learning time, followed by a 120-minute multiple-choice examination.

Career progression

Completing the Level 4 Award in Managing Food Safety and Hygiene in Manufacturing is a valuable step on the route to a wide variety of careers, including: