REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene eLearning

This course results Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland (REHIS) Certificate in Elementary Food Hygiene on completion of a 30-minute multiple choice examination.

Aims

  • This course is aimed at those employed in the Food Industry and involved in any aspect of preparing or serving food.
  • To provide basic knowledge of safe and hygienic methods of preparing, handling and storing food.  
  • The REHIS Elementary e-learning pack allows candidates to access the training at times convenient to them and work through the course at their own pace.
  • Please note that the REHIS e-learning does not currently work on tablet devices (i.e. iPads).

Venue

  • Online

Duration

  • 6 hours self-study and a 30 minute multiple choice exam
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Entry Requirements

  • There are no entry requirements for this course
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Course Content

The course will cover the following topics: 

  • Food Poisoning and Bacteria
  • Types of Food, Contamination and Prevention 
  • Personal Hygiene and Food Handlers
  • Food Hygiene and Storage
  • Cleaning of Premises and Equipment
  • Pests and their control
  • Food Hygiene law
  • HACCP 

On completion of the e-Learning programme, you should download the exam permit and contact UHI Orkney to arrange a date and time for the exam. On successful completion of the examination, you will receive your REHIS accreditation. 
Please note that candidates are required to sit the REHIS examination at UHI Orkney. 
Please allow up to 8 weeks for your certification

If you require additional support, please contact UHI Orkney at the time of booking.

Download the information sheet REHIS Elementary Food Hygiene eLearning.pdf

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On the Day

  • You must provide photographic ID e.g. a driving licence or passport with you on the day of the course