Food Safety, Hygiene & Handling Training and Certification in Nigeria
Become a Certified Food Handler and Promote Safe Food Practices
Our Food Safety, Handling, and Hygiene Training is designed to equip food handlers, kitchen staff, supervisors, and catering professionals with essential knowledge to maintain high standards of food hygiene, prevent contamination, and comply with food safety regulations.
This comprehensive course covers personal hygiene, safe food handling practices, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, cleaning and sanitizing procedures, and foodborne illness prevention.
On completion of this course, participants will receive an internationally recognized Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate, which enhances employability in food-related industries such as hospitality, catering, restaurants, and food production. It also demonstrates compliance with national and international food safety standards.
Protect public health, meet regulatory requirements, and boost your career with certified food safety training.
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of food hygiene and safety
- Identify common foodborne hazards and contamination sources
- Practice safe food storage, preparation, and service
- Apply proper handwashing and personal hygiene
- Use cleaning and sanitization techniques
- Handle food at safe temperatures to prevent spoilage
- Integrated Pest Management
- Comply with local and international food safety regulations
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling training?
2 days.
Time: 10 am – 3 pm daily. Training frame is ergonomically friendly to make your training experience wholesome. We make learning easy and impactful.
Is online mode of training available?
Yes! The Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling Training can be done online from the comfort of your home or office at your own pace and time. Comprehensive training materials and resources will be provided for you.Â
Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling Course fee?
N50,000;Â Course fee takes care of everything about your registration, training, training materials, examination, certification and daily lunch refreshment for classroom mode of training.
Installmental payment is accepted but payment should be completed before candidate can seat for the certification examination.
We offer discount for corporate or group training. Click here for quote <<
What certificate will I get? Is the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling certificate recognised?
Upon successful completion of the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling course you will be awarded an internationally accepted and recognised certificate accredited by accredited the World Safety Organization (WSO, USA).
The world Safety Organisation holds a special consultative status to the united nations ECOSOC and all training programs/courses is in compliance with ICAC (international Certification Accreditation Council).Â
Organisations or companies that opt for the corporate training get awarded an endorsed certificate record of corporate training (attestation certificate) from HSE Training And Certification Institute at no extra cost.
Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling Course Outline; What will you learn?
| Unit | Topic | Content |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Food Safety vs Quality, Food Hygiene & Food Contamination | Understand the importance of food hygiene. Identify common food hazards including microbiological, physical, chemical contaminants, and allergens. Learn how these contaminants enter the food chain from internal and external sources. |
| Unit 2 | Personal Hygiene | Learn personal hygiene requirements for food handlers. Demonstrate and maintain high standards of personal cleanliness, with a focus on proper hand hygiene. |
| Unit 3 | Pest & Waste Control | Introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Identify signs of infestation, understand waste control procedures, and design layouts that reduce pest risks. |
| Unit 4 | Cleaning | Understand the importance of effective cleaning and good housekeeping. Learn proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment, and how to implement a structured cleaning procedure. |
| Unit 5 | HACCP | Introduction to the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) system. Understand its role in food safety management and how it is applied in food premises. |
| Unit 6 | Food Delivery | Conduct hazard analysis during food delivery. Understand safe food reception, inspection, handling, and storage practices upon arrival at the food facility. |
| Unit 7 | Food Storage | Learn best practices for storing food safely. Understand hazard analysis for food storage, proper use of plastics, and how to manage associated risks. |
| Unit 8 | Food Processing | Learn safety controls during food preparation, cooking, cooling, reheating, hot/cold holding, and food service. Focus on critical control points to prevent contamination. |
How to register for the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling training?
1. Fill the registration form to register. You can Register here
2. Pay the course fee by bank deposit, transfer or cheque in favour of:Â
Absolute HSE Co. LTD;Â United Bank for Africa (UBA): 1024243451Â
3. Send proof of payment and form to admission@absolutehseco.org or via whatsapp 0912-913-3030.
The Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling training is an in-demand course and enrollment to this course is based on reservation as seats are limited for this training. We urge you to register ahead to secure your schedule.
What is the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling Exam Like?
The examination is a combination of multiple choice questions and practical assessment. To ensure your success, we have refresher quizzes and additional materials available for you.
Where are the Food Safety, Hygiene and Handling training centers in Nigeria?
Lagos Training Center: 2nd Floor, Suite 315, 117Â Shasha Road Road, Beside Mobil Filling Station, Akowonjo, Lagos.
We deliver training nation-wide with varieties of training options regardless of distance and schedule.Â
