Legislation in food and beverage UV31161 A/503/1735 Learner name: VRQ Learner number:
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UV31161 Legislation in food and beverage The aim of this unit is to develop your knowledge and understanding of the of food and beverages while complying with the law. There are many laws which affect us while at work and it is important that you become aware of how the law affects your working environment. You will learn about the main areas of legislation that affect food and beverage, including licensing law; having studied this you will be expected to explain how the law affects you while carrying out work in the food and beverage industry. You will also learn how to comply with responsible alcohol sales guidelines and the consequences of non-compliance. UV31161_v5
Level 3 Credit value 2 GLH 18 Observation(s) 0 External paper(s) 0
Legislation in food and beverage Learning outcomes On completion of this unit you will: 1. Understand the legislation relating to the food and beverage 2. Understand how legislation impacts on the food and beverage 3. Understand how to sell alcohol responsibly Evidence requirements 1. Knowledge outcomes There must be evidence that you possess all the knowledge and understanding listed in the Knowledge section of this unit. In most cases this can be done by professional discussion and/or oral questioning. Other methods, such as projects, assignments and/or reflective accounts may also be used. 2. Tutor/Assessor guidance You will be guided by your tutor/assessor on how to achieve learning outcomes in this unit. All outcomes must be achieved. 3. External paper There is no external paper requirement for this unit. UV31161 3
Developing knowledge Achieving knowledge outcomes You will be guided by your tutor and assessor on the evidence that needs to be produced. Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed using the assessment methods listed below*: Projects Observed work Witness statements Audio-visual media Evidence of prior learning or attainment Written questions Oral questions Assignments Case studies Professional discussion Where applicable your assessor will integrate knowledge outcomes into practical observations through professional discussion and/or oral questioning. When a criterion has been orally questioned and achieved, your assessor will record this evidence in written form or by other appropriate means. There is no need for you to produce additional evidence as this criterion has already been achieved. Some knowledge and understanding outcomes may require you to show that you know and understand how to do something. If you have practical evidence from your own work that meets knowledge criteria, then there is no requirement for you to be questioned again on the same topic. *This is not an exhaustive list. 4 UV31161
Knowledge Learning outcome 1 Understand the legislation relating to the food and beverage You can: Portfolio reference a. Describe the main areas of health, hygiene and safety laws and regulations which impact on the food and beverage b. Explain employee and employer responsibilities in relation to licensing legislation c. Identify the legislation requirements relating to the sale of items to customers d. Identify the requirements of legislation relating to: disability equality and diversity business contracts data protection smoking misuse of drugs UV31161 5
Learning outcome 2 Understand how legislation impacts on the food and beverage You can: Portfolio reference a. Explain the purpose and requirements of legislation in the food and beverage b. Explain the consequences to the employee/employer of noncompliance c. Identify which authorities have a right of entry to premises d. Identify when authorities have a right of entry to premises 6 UV31161
Learning outcome 3 Understand how to sell alcohol responsibly You can: Portfolio reference a. Identify different strengths of alcoholic drinks by alcohol by volume (abv) b. Identify sensible drinking limits c. Explain the effects alcohol can have on the human body d. Explain good practice in avoiding conflict situations e. Describe the industry guidelines on irresponsible drinks promotions UV31161 7
Unit content This section provides guidance on the recommended knowledge and skills required to enable you to achieve each of the learning outcomes in this unit. Your tutor/assessor will ensure you have the opportunity to cover all of the unit content. Outcome 1: Understand the legislation relating to the food and beverage Health, hygiene and safety laws and regulations: Current at the time of delivery, health and safety at work, food safety regulations, weights and measures legislation, licensing regulations, equality, data protection legislation, manual handling regulations, control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH), sale of goods and s legislation. Employee and employer responsibilities: Employee do not serve after hours/ minors/people under the influence of alcohol. Employer do not allow after hours/to minors/people under the influence of alcohol, hold a personal licence. Legislation requirements: Must be fit for purpose, must be as advertised, must be hygienic and fit for human consumption, customer must be legally permitted to purchase. Requirements of legislation to related areas: Disability (reasonable adjustments must be made to the premises), equality and diversity (staff or customers must not be discriminated against), business contracts (are legally binding and must be honoured), data protection (data must be stored safely and only for as long as necessary), smoking is illegal in any workplace, use of drugs must not be permitted on the premises. Outcome 2: Understand how legislation impacts on the food and beverage The purpose and requirements of legislation: Health and safety of staff and customers, customer satisfaction, protection of minors, consumer protection. The consequences of non-compliance: Employee fine, loss of employment, imprisonment. Employer poor reputation, loss of customers, improvement notice, loss of licence, fine, closure of business, imprisonment. Authorities that have a right of entry to premises: Environmental health officer, police, fire officer, trading standards officer, HM Revenue and Customs, Health and Safety Executive. When authorities have a right of entry to premises: When it is suspected that a crime is being or has been committed, to ensure maintenance of hygiene and safety standards. 8 UV31161
Outcome 3: Understand how to sell alcohol responsibly Different strengths of alcoholic drinks: Beer 3-7% abv, wine 7-15% abv, fortified wine 14-20% abv, spirits 35-45% abv. Sensible drinking limits: Men (3-4 units per day, maximum 21 units per week), women (2-3 units per day, maximum 14 units per week). Effects alcohol can have on the human body: Short term drunkenness, lack of coordination, speaking louder, more sociable, possible alcohol poisoning. Long term liver disease, heart disease, diabetes, cancers, dependency. Good practice in avoiding conflict situations: Be polite and clear, be professional, do not argue, listen, use appropriate body language, seek assistance. Industry guidelines on irresponsible drinks promotions: Ensure underage drinkers are not targeted, never condone or encourage excessive drinking, should not involve drinking games, should not encourage anti-social behaviour. UV31161 9
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