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