SITSS00068 Food Handling Skill Set

Complete your nationally recognised food handler certificate online.

Anyone can enrol in the Job Trainer Australia SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set. No prerequisites and no prior food handling experience required.

Proper food safety training is critical for a wide range of food handling tasks and roles in the food industry. Whether you're just starting out or are an experienced food worker, with the Job Trainer Australia SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set you'll be able to:

As of 8th December 2023 a new Standard comes into effect Australia wide – Standard 3.2.2A

Food businesses must ensure all Food Handlers have completed a food safety training course which is compliant with Standard 3.2.2A, or have appropriate skills and knowledge.

Job Trainer Australia offers government-approved courses for the hospitality and retail sectors, providing nationally recognised units.

SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set

Comprising the unit:

SITXFSA005 – Use hygienic practices for food safety

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The SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set is a nationally recognised skill set comprising the unit SITXFSA005, which provides information on the use of safe food handling practices in food handling work functions in line with organisational hygiene procedures. The unit covers the following areas:

Assessment involves various formats and criteria:

Evidence gathering includes various techniques:

Job Trainer Australia assessors offer assessment feedback via email, direct conversation, and various support channels like Live Chat and Website inquiries to aid your learning journey and enhance course success. This feedback mechanism is designed to optimise your learning outcomes.

Before enrolling: Each student must undergo an online short Pre-Enrolment Review or LLND test to assess course suitability, evaluating skills in existing knowledge, language, literacy, numeracy, and digital proficiency.

Upon completion of assessments, feedback, and resubmissions, your work will be evaluated within a standard timeframe of two business days.

To excel in your training with Job Trainer Australia, ensure you're equipped with the following:

With these resources and tools at your disposal, you'll be fully prepared to achieve your training goals with Job Trainer Australia.

Effective from December 8, 2023 – New requirements for food businesses nationwide

Standard 3.2.2A in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code introduces new requirements for food businesses nationwide.

It mandates the implementation of a food safety management system, which includes key components such as Food Handler Training and Food Safety Supervision provided by Job Trainer Australia.

If your business prepares and serves food then this change affects you. This standard is essential for any business involved in food preparation or service across all Australian states and territories.

The Standard obligates a Food Safety Training Course to encompass:

Job Trainer Australia's training course addresses all specified topics. Our comprehensive course covers essential aspects crucial for businesses preparing or serving food in any Australian state or territory.

Important: Non-Compliance

Non-compliance with Standard 3.2.2A can lead to serious repercussions, including fines and license suspension. Hence, businesses must proactively ensure adherence to these updated food safety standards to avoid potential legal consequences.

The new requirements need to be met by any business that prepares or serves food in any Australian state and territory. In Australia, food safety laws are enforced at a state and territory level.

No matter which state or territory you operate within, the new requirements of Standard 3.2.2A are more extensive than previous requirements. This means that food businesses need to take action to ensure they remain compliant as the consequences of noncompliance can be serious.

Prior to recent changes, many states and territories had their own special requirements for food handling and record keeping, including New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory.

From December 8, 2023, all Australian states and territories must now comply with the requirements outlined in Standard 3.2.2A.

This also means that for the first time, those states and territories that previously had limited requirements must now follow the new standard. This includes Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory.

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Guidance on the new Standard 3.2.2A is available on the Food Standards Australia New Zealand website.

Below are examples of possible career pathways that could be associated with the SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set:

It's worth noting that the SITSS00068 – Food Handling Skill Set is a prerequisite for a more advanced food safety qualification, such as the Food Safety Supervisor certificate in Australia.

For more specific career prospects and requirements, it's recommended to call Job Trainer Australia.