Dysphagia Awareness

A course delivered as part of induction with a refresher every 3 years delivered face to face.

A basic in – house course designed for Sheltered Housing and Very Sheltered Housing carers who regenerate a Community Meal, safely delivered meals from other sources, or prepare low risk snack foods.

Duration 1½ hours

Learning Outcomes

Staff will be able to

•           Able to identify food safety procedures

•           Able to implement food safety systems

•           Aware of the relationship between personal hygiene practices and food handling

•          Aware of current legislation and the connection to work practice

Evaluation Methods

Q & A throughout the session

A small multi-choice questionnaire at the end of the session

Links to:

Policy and legislation:

• Nutrition Policy
• Community Meals

• The Food Safety Act 1990
• The Food Hygiene (Scotland)      Regulations/Regulation
• The General Food Regulations      2004
• Care      Inspectorate