Food preparation and kitchen safety are important parts of supporting daily living. This module builds essential skills in safe food handling, hygiene, and working alongside clients in kitchen activities.
Overview This module provides specialised skills training relevant to support workers delivering safe, ethical, and person-centred care, with a focus on maintaining food safety standards and building confidence in kitchen environments.
Course Content Topic 1: Basic principles of food hygiene and safe storage Topic 2: Preventing cross-contamination and managing allergies Topic 3: Kitchen safety — equipment, heat sources, and preventing accidents Topic 4: Encouraging client involvement while maintaining safety
Delivery Mode: On demand, fully online Duration: Approximately 1 hour (self-paced) Target Audience: Support workers, AHAs, carers, educators, and others in disability support
Course Objectives
Develop a practical understanding of safe food handling and kitchen hygiene
Recognise risks in food preparation and how to manage them
Apply strategies to safely support clients with cooking activities
Strengthen confidence in preventing contamination and kitchen accidents
Safe Food Handling & Kitchen Skills in Disability Support
What you’ll learn and gain
Clear guidelines for food safety in support settings Practical checklists to apply during meal preparation Improved ability to encourage client participation while maintaining safety Certificate of Completion suitable for audits and employment portfolios
First Available Dates
Available on demand from 8 September 2025