Short Course

SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set

Course Description

The SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set is a nationally recognised training course in Australia designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills to supervise food safety in various food handling establishments. This skill set is particularly relevant for food handling personnel and food safety supervisors working in the tourism, hospitality, and catering industries.

 

 

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Course at Glance

The SITSS00069 Food Safety Supervision Skill Set is a nationally recognised training course in Australia designed to equip individuals with the necessary skills to supervise food safety in various food handling establishments. This skill set is particularly relevant for food handling personnel and food safety supervisors working in the tourism, hospitality, and catering industries.

The primary goal of this skill set is to ensure that food handlers and supervisors have a comprehensive understanding of safe food handling practices and can effectively implement food safety procedures to prevent food borne illnesses.

Benefits of Obtaining the SITSS00069 Skill Set:

  • Enhanced Food Safety Knowledge: Individuals gain a deep understanding of food safety principles and practices.
  • Improved Job Prospects: The qualification increases employability in the food industry.
  • Compliance with Regulations: It ensures that businesses adhere to food safety regulations.
  • Reduced Risk of Foodborne Illness: Implementing safe food handling practices protects consumers’ health.
  • Career Advancement: The skill set opens doors for career progression in food safety roles.
  • Duration

    2 Days
  • Start Date

    Various Intakes. Enquire for more details.
  • Study Mode

    On Campus
  • Study Location

    New South WalesQueensland
  • Campus Location

    Parramatta, NSW
    Brisbane, QLD
  • Vocational Placement

    N/A

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.

A Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment may be conducted on all entrants prior to enrolment into the program to ensure that Queensford College can support each student throughout the program.

Students will need to ensure they are able to connect to the internet and have the capability to use our online learning system that meets the minimum technical requirements, which are:

  • Access to a laptop/computer is preferred
  • An operating system supporting the following browsers (current version and up to three most recent versions): Chrome, Firefox, Safari (excluding Safari on Windows), and Microsoft Edge
    • For Windows: Windows 10, 4 Gb RAM installed (minimum)
    • FOR MAC: Mac OS X 10.13 or above
  • Access to Word processing software, such as Microsoft Word
  • Reliable internet connection

Course Overview

This qualification to be suitable for students who have interest in Hospitality or who are currently studying or working in a related field.

The skill set covers a wide range of topics related to food safety, including:

  • Personal hygiene for food handlers
  • Safe food storage and temperature control
  • Food preparation and cooking techniques
  • Cleaning and sanitisation procedures
  • Waste disposal
  • Food safety program implementation

Units of Competency

The skill set comprises two units of competency from the SIT Tourism, Travel and Hospitality Training Package:

  • SITXFSA005: Use hygienic practices for food safety
  • SITXFSA006: Participate in safe food handling practices

 

Assessment method Overview
Knowledge questions Questions e.g., true/false, multiple choice. Matching, drag and drop, ‘sequence of order’ list is required, or similar. These me be available in Moodle as a quiz.
Practical project/ observation These Assessment Tools require students to complete practical tasks and written work related to the practical.

Practical tasks vary and may require the Trainer/Assessor to complete an observation checklist observing skills of students, and/or students to complete templates and documents related to the practical tasks.

This tool may include but is not limited to the following:

·         short answer questions

·         roleplay involves student undertaking a role and addressing specific requirements – may include creating/updating documents to support the roleplay

·         presentation (where there are preparatory notes, slides, and the presentation itself)

·         completion of template to prepare specific documents and/or formal reports

·         lab activities including submitting evidence as a screenshot

·         case studies.

Course Outcome

From December 8, 2023, all registered food businesses in Australia are required to appoint a Food Safety Supervisor who holds a valid food safety certificate. The SITSS00069 Skill Set helps individuals meet this requirement.

Course Fees

Full Fee $99