For over twenty years EIQA have been providing a comprehensive portfolio of quality training courses to businesses. Our specialist subjects include HACCP & Food Safety Training, Internal Auditing and Food Safety Law. All of our open training programmes can be delivered on an in-company basis and an increasing number of our customers are choosing to customise their training with us.
This EHOA certified course is designed to provide learners with food safety and hygiene knowledge and skills required in any food business at the Food Safety Authority Level Two food safety skills.
This course is suitable for food handlers in all businesses including; Supermarkets, Restaurants, Staff Catering, Hotels, Butchers, Childcare, Home Care, Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Food manufacturing or processing.
A basic understanding of English is required, but there are no special entry requirements.
Duration: Two half days plus additional one hour for exam on day 2
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this training you will have an understanding of;
Assessment & Certification:
There is a one hour written exam at the end of the course which includes multiple choice and short written answer type questions.
Reasonable accommodations can be made for learners with special requirements to access and complete the course, if these are identified to us in advance.
Successful completion of the course provides the learner with a nationally recognised EHOA Certificate in Primary Food Safety.
Testimonals:
“Course structure was excellent; the course presenter was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional.”
“The mix between formal and informal presentation was most helpful and enjoyable.”
“Small groups made it easier to interact and ease of asking questions.”
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This FETAC certificate course is designed to provide learners with food safety and hygiene knowledge and skills required in any food business at the Food Safety Authority Level Two food safety skills.
This course is suitable for all food handlers in the retail, catering and food processing industries, including:
It is a mandatory module of the FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Butchering Skills and can be used towards FETAC Major Awards in Childcare, Community Health and Healthcare support amongst others.
Duration: 1 Day (09:00am to 5:30pm)
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this training you will have an understanding of;
Assessment & Certification
The course is ideal for learners who don’t like completing exams! Assessment is by completion of course workbook during the day & practical demonstration by learners of food safety skills.
A basic understanding of English is required, but there are no special entry requirements.
Successful completion of the course provides the learner with a FETAC Level 5 Component Certificate in Workplace Food Safety & Hygiene.
Testimonials
“Practical skills demonstrations were fun.”
“The course was very informative & well presented.”
“Clear understanding of every topic.”
“Very well laid course workbook & materials. I enjoyed the mini tasks throughout the course.”
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This course is designed to provide all food handlers with an introduction or refresher to the basics of hygiene, to the level outlined in Level One of the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) Training Guidelines.
This course is suitable for all food handlers in the retail, catering and food processing industries, including; Supermarkets, Restaurants, Staff Catering, Hotels, Butchers, Crèches, Home Care, Food Manufactures, Food Producers, Nursing homes
Duration: ½ day
Learning Outcomes:
At the end of this training you will have an understanding of;
Certification:
All learners who attend the course will receive a certificate of attendance.
Testimonials:
“The course was very informative, very clear worksheets, course delivery was excellent.”
We can also provide a customised version of this course for non-food workers, such as those working in the packaging industry.
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*FSAI Food Safety Authority of Ireland
This RSPH certified course is designed to provide learners with a solid understanding of the fundamental principles of HACCP, as well as the practical skills to construct or review a HACCP plan for their own business area.
This course is suitable for all food handlers in the retail, catering and food processing industries, including supermarkets, restaurants, staff catering, hotels, butchers, crèches, care homes and food factories.
A basic understanding of English is required and ideally learners should have previously completed a basic food hygiene qualification.
Reasonable accommodations can be made for learners with special requirements to access and complete the course, if these are identified to us in advance.
When and where does the course take place?
Duration: One full day
Learning Outcomes:
Assessment & Certification:
There is a 30 minute multiple choice exam at the end of the course.
Testimonials:
“Course structure was excellent; the course presenter was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional.”
“The mix between formal and informal presentation was most helpful and enjoyable.”
“Small groups made it easier to interact and ease of asking questions.”
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This course is suitable for managers, supervisors and food safety team leaders working in the food industry (food service, catering, and retail sectors).
The Management of Food Hygiene Course has been developed by the National Hygiene Partnership. Based on the guidelines provided in the National Standards Authority of Ireland publications – I.S. 340:2007 “Hygiene in the Catering Sector” and I.S.341:2007 “Hygiene in Food Retailing and Wholesaling”. This course is delivered by licensed trainers and will enable food businesses to conform to Irish and EU legislation.
The course also exceeds the requirements of the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) Level 3 guidelines in Food Safety Skills for Management.
Course Duration: 4 Days
Days 1 – 3: Course tutorials – 9am – 4pm (incl. 30mins lunch-break)
Day 4: Written Exam – 2pm – 4pm
Course Price: €395
Course price is fully inclusive of course text books & exam fees.
At the end of this course participants will be able to:
Certification
Upon completion of the course, participants are required to take a written two hour examination. There are 3 levels of certification:
Successful candidates will receive a certificate in the Management of Food Hygiene and their name will be entered on the National Register assessment with the NHP.
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*NHP The National Hygiene Partnership’s represents the food safety training requirements of thirteen member organisations comprised of Government Agencies and Industry Representative Bodies (including the EIQA) that have a key interest in and responsibility for the promotion of food hygiene.
EIQA would like to share some information with you regarding available training dates for the EIQA 2 Day QMS Internal Auditor Training Course on their Virtual Training Platform.
This course provides delegates with skills-based training that will enable them to perform internal audits on the company quality management system and report on its effective implementation and maintenance.
Now let’s get started…Is this course for you? This course is designed for the management team, quality champions, team leaders & team members.
What do you need to know?
Prior Knowledge Requirements
In preparation for the course you will be sent a Pre-Course Refresher Quiz. The aim of this exercise is to refresh your understanding and awareness of common terms and definitions used in Quality Management Systems and Quality Management System Standards before attending the course. This will also provide information to help the tutor pitch the course to requirements.
It is beneficial to have an understanding of the following:
Management System
Quality Management
Q Mark for Quality Management Systems
Course Format:
This course will be completed over 2 days and is designed to include:
Theory provided during the course is supported with action learning based exercises:
What are the Learning Outcomes?
At the end of this training you will have an understanding of –
Course Information
Duration 2 Days
Cost: €425 EIQA Programme participants
Date Options:
Evaluate Training
By successfully completing an EIQA certified auditor training course you have demonstrated that you have the knowledge and basic skills to undertake a management systems audit not only by attending the course, but by passing the relevant skills assessments.
And finally…..
If you would like to book a place on this course please complete the attached application form and return to operations@eiqa.com
Training Course Calendar
| Course Title | Dates | Availability |
| EIQA – 2 Day QMS Internal Auditor Training Course | 22nd & 23rd March 2022 | Places Available |
| EIQA – 2 Day QMS Internal Auditor Training Course | 17th &18th May 2022 | Places Available |
| EIQA – 2 Day QMS Internal Auditor Training Course | 5th &6th July 2022 | Places Available |
Whats coming next? Watch this space as we are currently finalising details for the EIQA 2 Day Internal Auditor Training Course specifically developed for the Q Mark for Hygiene & Food Safety Technical Standard Version 12
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EIQA is an approved Training Organisation.
This course supports caterers to comply with EU legislation and provides a thorough understanding of how HACCP based procedures can be applied in a catering environment.
It is aimed at business owners, managers and supervisors of small and medium-sized catering and hospitality businesses including hospitals and residential premises.
Prerequisite:
It is recommended that delegates already have an understanding & knowledge of basic food hygiene – e.g. CIEH Level 2 Food Safety Award or equivalent.
Duration: 1 day
Learning Outcomes:
Candidates will:
Assignment based course.
Testimonials:
“I kept hearing about HACCP but now I really do understand what it is all about. The teaching was great and everyone else I spoke to enjoyed it to.”
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*CIEH – Chartered Institute Environmental Health
This course provides a thorough understanding of food safety procedures emphasising the importance of monitoring staff and controls, in accordance with recognised standards.
It is aimed at managers and supervisors in small, medium or large catering, manufacturing or retail businesses. It is particularly relevant for those who have to develop or monitor HACCP based food safety management procedures and systems.
Duration: 1 day
Learning Outcomes:
Candidates will:
Assessment: Multiple choice examination.
Testimonials:
“I thought this was going to be a very hard course but the teacher was very enthusiastic and made the training both fun and interesting. A great course that gives me lots more confidence in my kitchen.”
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*CIEH – Chartered Institute Environmental Health
This course ensures candidates develop the required knowledge and practical skills to implement a HACCP plan in their workplace. Candidates are assessed by assignment that includes the development of a HACCP plan.
It is suitable for managers and supervisors of all food manufacturing businesses with responsiblity for the development of a food safety management system based on the Codex principles of HACCP.
Prerequisites: CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety or equivalent is recommended.
Duration: 1 day
Learning Outcomes:
Candidates will be able to:
Assignment based course.
Suggested progression: CIEH Level 3 Award in Food Safety supervision for Manufacturing.
Testimonials:
“What a great course. Tutor was great, the content was great – everything was great. I really learnt a lot that will help me in my career in the kitchen.”
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*CIEH – Chartered Institute Environmental Health
Duration: 2 days
Cost: €395
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Duration: 2 days
Cost:
€395 – EIQA Programme participants
€565 – Non members
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We will develop a Quality Management System (QMS) that will bring the QMS out of the lever arch folder and make it real for the people on the ground.
By mapping out your processes we can provide an outline of the current status of your business, and identify where improvements can be made. By applying best practice as a minimum requirement, we will work with you and your team to create a bespoke “Quality Management System” for your company or organisation. By implementing this effective structure for all of your activities, you will be confident in the knowledge that that your business is future proof!
These are also the key components of a good business plan, add continuous improvement and sustainability to the list and you have a framework that will yield results!
You can benefit from our vast experience and independent expertise to establish a Quality Management System in your business by contacting a member of our operations team on operations@eiqa.com.
HACCP Identification, Planning, Training and Internal Auditing
Our experienced food safety auditors and trainers will work with you to develop a Food Safety Management System based on the principals of HACCP. This will be Specific to your food business: to ensure that your business is fully compliant with current legislation that your teams are trained to understand the HACCP plan and the part they play in delivering it. We will also provide all templates and training that you need to implement and monitor your HACCP system effectively.
We can provide further consultancy and training in the area of Internal Auditing. This training can be provided in compliance with The Q Mark for Hygiene & Food Safety or in compliance with ISO: 22000.
Our consultancy services are available to members and non-members of EIQA.
For further information please contact us on operations@eiqa.com or call one of The Q Mark Team on 01 6604100.