TasTAFE
Short course
A nationally recognised skill set for food safety supervisors in Tasmania's hospitality and catering industry. This course teaches hygienic food handling practices and food safety supervision required by law for certain food businesses.
There are no essential entry requirements for this course. Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. You must be at least 16 years old to enrol at TasTAFE. For practical assessments, you must have access to a commercial kitchen or Council approved facility.
The course covers two core units: SITXFSA005 - Use hygienic practices for food safety, and SITXFSA006 - Participate in safe food handling practices. Students learn about hygienic practices for food safety, safe food handling procedures, food storage, preparation, display, service and disposal. The course includes both online theory components and practical face-to-face assessments in commercial kitchen environments.
TasTAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO) in Tasmania offering nationally recognised qualifications. As an established VET provider, TasTAFE delivers accredited training that meets Tasmania's legal requirements for Food Safety Supervisors. The course is delivered through flexible mixed learning and on-site options across multiple campuses in Tasmania.
Upon completion, graduates can work as Food Safety Supervisors in tourism, hospitality and catering businesses, including restaurants, cafes, hotels, and food preparation facilities. This qualification is mandatory for supervisory roles in food safety in Tasmania and opens career opportunities in food service management, hospitality operations, and food safety compliance roles.
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