SITXFSA006 - Participate in safe food handling practices (Food Safety Supervisor) Course

Course Information

Often referred to as a Food Safety Supervisor certificate, this course provides the knowledge and training required to handle food safely according to Australian food safety standards. You will learn to manage safe food handling during storage, preparation, display, service, and disposal. This qualification is essential for supervisors in the hospitality industry and covers following predetermined procedures outlined in a food safety program.

This training builds your confidence and equips you to supervise food handling practices according to an organisation's individual food safety program.

This course is suitable for:

• Cooks
• Chefs
• Caterers
• Kitchen hands
• Food and beverage attendants

You will learn how to manage food safety using the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) method, including:

• Key features of Commonwealth, state/territory, and local food safety compliance requirements for operational-level workers
• HACCP (or other food safety system) principles, procedures, and processes for specific operations and food types
• Contents of organisation's food safety programs, including procedures, requirements, and monitoring documents
• Food safety monitoring techniques
• Methods to ensure the safety of food served and sold to customers
• Providing separate serving utensils for each dish
• Safe food handling practices for different food types
• Operating procedures for temperature probes
• Selecting and applying cleaning, sanitising, and pest control equipment and materials (following manufacturer's advice)
• Cleaning, sanitising, and maintenance requirements for food preparation and storage
• High-risk customer groups

This training ensures you can provide your customers with a safe food experience.

These skills are applicable in:

• Restaurants, cafes, clubs, and hotels
• Tour operations
• Attractions
• Function, exhibition, and conference catering
• Educational institutions
• Aged care facilities
• Correctional centres
• Hospitals
• Defense forces
• Canteens and fast food outlets
• Residential catering
• In-flight and other transport catering
• Community settings

These skills also assist in meeting workplace safety compliance.

Course Details & Requirements

Award Issued

Students who successfully complete both the theoretical and practical assessment components of this nationally recognised training will be awarded the statement of attainment for:

• SITXFSA006 - Participate in safe food handling practices

Course Delivery

This course is delivered 100% online and requires the following:

• Online Learning Module: Approximately 4-6 hours to complete.
• Practical Assessment: Approximately 2-3 hours. (Note: your practical assessment requires a commercial kitchen environment and food safety supervisor to sign off on your activities. Activities will need to be videoed and submitted via our portal)
• Course Enrolment Window: 90 days. You have a maximum of 90 days to complete both online and practical components.
• Assessments: Submitted through our online learning portal.
• Learning Materials: Provided via our online learning portal.
• Equipment: You will need to ensure you have access to the required equipment for your practical assessment.
• Student Handbook: Read the 1SDO Training Student Handbook.
• Special Requirements:
  • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the activities.

Prerequisite Units

• None

Learner Requirements

To complete this course, you will need:

• A computer or laptop with internet access.
• A web browser (like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge).
• A valid personal email address (shared addresses are not allowed).
• Access to:
  • A digital camera or phone with camera facilities
  • A webcam or phone with video/audio facilities
  • Access to a commercial kitchen environment and a temperature probe.
  • A food safety supervisor or a qualified chef to sign off on your workplace activities.

LLND Assessment

All Registered Training Organisations are required, as a mandatory part of your enrolment process, to assess your language, literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy (LLND) skills.

We administer these tests online to verify if you have the necessary skills to complete this course. If you successfully complete these tests, you will be automatically allowed to complete your enrolment and pay for your course.

This course has been assessed as requiring the following LLND skill levels:

For more information, please refer to the ACSF Indicators and Digital Literacy Skills Framework.

Why Choose 1SDO Training?

At 1SDO, we are dedicated to providing high-quality training and assessment. We specialise in flexible online learning that allows you to study at your own pace, supported by expert guidance from our experienced trainers.

We take pride in delivering ASQA-accredited training courses in a friendly and accessible learning environment. We understand that every learner is unique, and we are committed to providing personalised support to help you achieve your learning goals and meet the required standards in your chosen course.

Our trainers are fully qualified, approachable, and possess a diverse range of industry experience. They are passionate about adult education and strive to help you feel confident in applying the skills you learn to real-world situations.