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David Bannister  
#1 Posted : 25 July 2011 17:44:09(UTC)
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David Bannister

Does anybody know whether it is a requirement to have on display the course certificates awarded to food handlers in food cooking and serving establishments (in Scotland) ? Food safety Regs in Scotland is not an area in which I claim any knowledge. Thanks in advance.
Betta Spenden  
#2 Posted : 25 July 2011 20:47:42(UTC)
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Betta Spenden

I dont know but if you phone these people they should know. Food Standards Agency Scotland, Aberdeen Tel: 01224 285100 Fax: 01224 285168.
Phillip Clarke  
#3 Posted : 25 July 2011 21:33:22(UTC)
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Phillip Clarke

I am 99% certain that there is no legal requirement to display food safety training certificates! All that is required is that the employer has to be able to show that the food handler has received suitable and sufficient food safety training. Note that this training does not need to be accredited by organisations such as CIEH, REHIS, HABC or RSPH, although doing such a course does make life easier when showing an EHO one's staff are suitable trained. Having said that I note that many smaller food serving establishments do like to display their staff certificates to show to customers a commitment to food safety.
SteveL  
#4 Posted : 26 July 2011 08:13:18(UTC)
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SteveL

http://www.food.gov.uk/s...egsscotland/regulations/ “Food handlers must receive appropriate supervision, and be instructed and/or trained in food hygiene, to enable them to handle food safely. Those responsible for developing and maintaining the business's food safety procedures, based on HACCP principles, must have received adequate training. The requirements for training should be seen in the context of the nature and size of the business. There is no legal requirement to attend a formal training course or get a qualification, although many businesses may want their staff to do so. The necessary skills may also be obtained in other ways, such as through on-the-job training, self-study or relevant prior experience. The operator of the food business is responsible for ensuring this happens.”
David Bannister  
#5 Posted : 26 July 2011 09:14:12(UTC)
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David Bannister

Thank you. Question answered. I guess the display of certs is a marketing thing then, although if it reminds the staff of what they have been taught and trained is also a positive feature. May also encourage a customer to challenge any poor practices seen.
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