Food Hygiene and Health and Safety Training

At Essential Food Hygiene, we deliver effective and engaging online courses of the highest quality. All of our courses are accredited by either The CPD Group or Laser Learning Awards, an Ofqual‑registered awarding body.

Each course undergoes rigorous assessment and annual review to ensure content remains accurate, up to date, and fully aligned with industry standards. We are proud members of RoSPA, and our training is recognised by local authorities nationwide.

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Our Courses

Our training courses are designed for everyone, whether you are an individual learner or part of a group. The more courses you purchase, the better the discounts you’ll receive. If you’re buying for a group, use the arrows to add as many courses as needed for your team. You will then be directed to your Group Dashboard, where you can easily enrol your staff, monitor their progress, and download certificates.

This CPD-accredited Working at Heights course provides the online training on how to work safely at height and prevent falls. Covering legal responsibilities, risk assessments, safe use of access equipment, and emergency procedures. Fully online with a multiple-choice exam and an instant downloadable certificate. So if you need a Working at Height course and certificate, our short online course offers a faster and more convenient way to get certified.

Working at Heights

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£15.00 +VAT

This Level 2 Allergy Awareness (Benedict’s Law for Schools) course provides school staff with the knowledge needed to recognise allergies and anaphylaxis, reduce the risk of allergen exposure, and respond effectively in an emergency. Covering the 14 allergens, allergy management procedures, and Benedict’s Law requirements, this fully online course includes an instant digital certificate and unlimited free retakes

Level 2 Allergy Awareness (Benedict’s Law for Schools)

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

The Level 2 Allergy Awareness online course is aimed towards those whose occupations that have involvement in the handling and preparation of food, and comprehensively covers how to prepare food respective of food allergies.

Level 2 Allergy Awareness

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

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Understanding & Addressing Workplace Sexual Harassment

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

This course is aimed towards supervisors, managers, team leaders, and those responsible for developing or overseeing a food-safety management system, as it focuses on the practical implementation and management of HACCP within food operations.

Level 3 HACCP

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£74.00 +VAT

The Level Two Food Hygiene and Safety course is an accredited online course for those who work in the food industry and frequently handle food. The course includes an exam and an accredited food hygiene certificate. It is recommended that food handlers take this course once every three years to remain compliant with the latest food hygiene standards and laws.

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

The Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety Supervisors course is aimed towards business owners, supervisors, and managers as it focuses on the management side of food hygiene and safety.

Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisor)

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£69.00 +VAT

This Level 1 Food Hygiene & Safety course is targeted towards those in the industry who do not have any direct contact with food or the preparation of food but who work in an environment where food is prepared, and acts as a foundation level of knowledge.

Level 1 Food Hygiene & Safety

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

The Essential First Aid online course is targeted towards UK individuals that are looking to gain First Aid knowledge, First Aid Responders, Health and Safety Officers, Managers and Supervisors, Employees in High-Risk Industries, Small Business owners and Self-Employed Individuals.

Essential First Aid Course

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£16.00 +VAT

This Fire Awareness in the Workplace course aim to teach employees the risk of fire in the workplace, what themselves and others can do to reduce that risk, and how to deal with the reality of a fire if it occurs.

Fire Awareness in the Workplace

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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Deliver safely, every time. This accredited online course equips delivery drivers with the key knowledge to maintain food hygiene, control temperatures, keep vehicles clean, manage allergens, and remain compliant. Complete the course at your own pace and download your certificate instantly.

Essential Food Hygiene for Delivery Drivers

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

How to Start a Street Food Business

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

Turn your passion for cooking into a home-based business! This online course covers essential planning, food safety, branding, marketing, pricing, and order management — with a downloadable certificate upon completion.

Essential Steps to Starting a Home Food Business

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

This CPD-accredited Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Manufacturing course is designed for staff working in food manufacturing and production settings. Learn key legal responsibilities, contamination risks, hygiene standards, allergen control, waste management, and pest prevention. Fully online with a multiple-choice exam and instant downloadable certificate.

Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety Manufacturing

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

This Level Two Health & Safety course is designed to allow learners to gain a general understanding of health and safety. It covers a wide range of health and safety scenarios, and it details the correct control measures that should be implemented to eliminate or reduce hazards in the workplace.

Level 2 Health & Safety

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

This course is based upon the HACCP principles and details why a HACCP system must be in place, and how to create one. Completing the Level Two HACCP Awareness course ensures that your business has been sufficiently educated to practice due diligence.

Level 2 HACCP

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£12.99 +VAT

The Level 1 Health and Safety in a Construction Environment is a nationally recognised qualification, accredited by Laser Awards, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body. It’s designed for anyone applying for the CSCS Green Labourer Card. This beginner-friendly course covers essential site safety, legal responsibilities, environmental awareness, and safe working practices — helping you start your construction career with confidence.

Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

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Legally Compliant

£85.00 +VAT

Gain the knowledge and certification you need to apply for a Personal Alcohol Licence (APLH) in England and Wales. This accredited course covers the legal responsibilities, best practices, and licensing requirements for selling or authorising the sale of alcohol. Ideal for bar managers, supervisors, and individuals seeking to become a Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS). Start learning at your own pace and earn a qualification essential for applying for your APLH and advancing your career.

Level 2 Personal Alcohol Licence

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

LASER1

Legally Compliant

£89.00 +VAT

This COSHH Awareness course aims to teach the basic yet necessary protocol for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health within the workplace.

COSHH Awareness

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£15.00 +VAT

The Manual Handling course aims to teach workers the basics of manual handling in the workplace, why a risk assessment is incredibly important and the different injuries that can happen as a result of improper manual handling.

Manual Handling

2 Hour Duration

Fully Accredited

Instant Certificate

Legally Compliant

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£15.00 +VAT

Course Bundles

By choosing a bundle you gain access to more accredited safety courses and can make even greater savings on the over all cost. Our bundles have been carefully compiled to offer the most valuable array of essential training material, to ensure kitchen staff are skilled in all aspects of work safety. Choose one of our popular bundles below.

This bundle contains one of each: Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety (Supervisor)
Fire Awareness in the Workplace
Essential First Aid

Level 3 Step into Spring Bundle

+VAT

This bundle contains one of each: Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 HACCP
Essential First Aid

Level 2 Step into Spring Bundle

+VAT

This Bundle Contains one of each:Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 HACCP

Food Safety Bundle

+VAT

This Bundle contains one of each:Essential First Aid
Manual Handling
Fire Awareness in the Workplace
Level 2 Health & Safety

Essential Workplace Safety Bundle

+VAT

This Bundle contains one of each:Level 2 Personal Alcohol Licence
Basic DBS Check

Personal Alcohol Licence Bundle

Level 2 Personal Alcohol Licence

£169.00 +VAT

The Mega Bundle contains one of each:Personal Alcohol License
Basic DBS Check
Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 Allergy Awareness
Level 2 Health & Safety
Fire Awareness
HACCP
COSHH Awareness

Mega Bundle

+VAT

This Bundle contains one of each:Level 2 Health & Safety
Level 2 HACCP

HACCP Bundle

+VAT

The Health & Safety Bundle contains one of each:Manual Handling
Level 2 Health & Safety
Fire Awareness in the Workplace

Health & Safety Bundle

+VAT

The Essential All Rounder Bundle contains one of each:Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 Allergy Awareness
Level 2 Health & Safety
Fire Awareness
HACCP
COSHH Awareness

Essential All Rounder Bundle

+VAT

The Essential Supervisor Bundle contains one of each:Level 3 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 Allergy Awareness
Level 2 Health & Safety

Essential Supervisor Bundle

+VAT

The Essential Food Handler Bundle contains one of each:Level 2 Food Hygiene & Safety
Level 2 Allergy Awareness
Level 2 Health & Safety

Essential Food Handler Course Bundle

+VAT

We’ve been crowned “Best Food Hygiene & Health & Safety Training Company 2025” by Corporate Vision.

Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it, see what some of our recent users have said. You can even leave a review yourself.

The courses are easy to understand and are competitively priced. Having the courses available in different languages has been a huge bonus to us and our customers.

Susan Morris

Dukefield Foodservice

Essential Food Hygiene Ltd has advanced systems to allow for all courses to be undertaken in our staffs own time and in multiple different languages. This has made the task of training for us much easier and less time consuming, our staff also get access to instant certification and re-tests if required.

Leon Gallagher

The Protein Works

The service that the NFFF has received from Essential Food Hygiene has been nothing short of fantastic.

Andrew Crook

National Federation of Fish Friers

Excellent value for money and quick and easy buying process. Will definitely use again!

Chole Berry

I found the content very good and easy to follow. It was great to have small sections to work through which meant I could split the training over a couple of days. Excellent.

Donna Judge

It was a very good with clear instructions and the training lessons were very informative. Easy to access and learn from and I got my certificate immediately

Lynda Wilson

Just finished the Level 2 Food Hygiene Course. I already had a certificate that was three years old and thought it was time to update it. I got through the course pretty quickly and was amazed how much of the basics I had forgotten. Great for refreshing your training.

Georgette Wallace

About Us

At Essential Food Hygiene, we make accredited online training simple, affordable, and accessible. From The CPD Group-accredited courses to Ofqual-regulated qualifications, our training is trusted by Environmental Health Officers, licensing authorities, and employers across the UK.

With flexible online learning, instant certification, and thousands of learners already trained, we’re here to help individuals and businesses stay compliant, work safely, and succeed.

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