In Victoria, individuals aiming to become Food Safety Supervisors must obtain competencies in the national units SITXFSA006 for Level 2 safe food handling practices and SITXFSA005 for Level 1 hygienic practices for food safety.
About This Course
The eight-hour course includes both Level 1 Food Safety and Level 2 Food Safety Supervisor training. It equips participants with the necessary knowledge to safely handle food through its storage, preparation, display, service, and disposal stages. Participants will learn to adhere to procedures specified in a venue's food safety program, based on HACCP principles.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is relevant for entities required by local governments to have a food safety program, including but not limited to restaurants, cafes, clubs, hotels, educational institutions, aged care facilities, correctional centers, hospitals, and various catering services. It targets all food handlers including cooks, chefs, caterers, kitchen hands, food and beverage attendants, and managerial or ownership roles.
Course Content
Course content covers essential food safety practices including following food safety programs, storing, preparing, and disposing of food safely, maintaining cleanliness, and using safe single-use items. Non-compliance with the Food Act 1984 may result in consequences such as registration refusals or suspensions.
Course Structure
The course is split into two parts:
- Part 1 – Hygienic food safety practices (morning)
- Part 2 – Safe food handling practices (afternoon)
It is important to complete both the SITXFSA005 and SITXFSA006 units. Credit transfers are available for those who already hold the SITXFSA006 competency.
Certification
Upon enrollment, participants receive a course learner guide, with a hard copy provided on the day of the session. Successful completion grants a certificate in the SITXFSA006 unit of competence. The certificate is recognised across various Australian states and territories, with some requiring a bridging course for differences in local requirements.
Fees & Requirements
The course cost includes all materials, assessments, and digital certificates, with additional fees for paper-based certificates. Participants must bring proof of identity to the training session.
For more details on the Food Safety Supervision skill set or other inquiries, contact The Imperial College of Australia.
- Teacher: Ashish Dubey
- Teacher: John Khambatta
This course is designed to meet the requirements of Victoria's food safety laws with respect to food safety supervisors. It covers food hygiene procedures and how to compile and use a Food Safety Plan.
Course Outcome
Successful participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the below endorsed individual competency:
- SITXFSA005 Use hygienic practices for food safety
- Teacher: John Khambatta
- Teacher: Ashish Dubey
- Teacher: Ashish Dubey
- Teacher: Kim Kim
RSA Certificate | RSA Course Melbourne
Get your RSA Certificate in Melbourne with our flexible course option. You can study online at your own pace. You will finish training quickly and meet all licensing requirements.
We are officially recognised by the Director of Liquor Control Victoria (LCV) for our expertise in delivering the SITHFAB021 Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course. Our training program is fully compliant with the specific requirements and regulations set forth by Liquor Control Victoria.
About This Course
The SITHFAB021 Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to responsibly sell, serve, or supply alcohol. In Melbourne and throughout Victoria, it is a legal requirement for employees at licensed venues to hold both the SITHFAB021 RSA certification and a Liquor Control Victoria RSA certificate. This includes a variety of roles within the hospitality industry, such as waitstaff, bartenders, bottle shop attendants, and more.
This comprehensive six-hour course not only meets the obligations set forth by state and territory liquor laws for those involved in alcohol service, but it also qualifies as accredited learning for further vocational education. Upon enrollment, participants will receive access to the online platform to commence the course. A qualified trainer will assist you for any questions you might have while studying.
Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a nationally recognised certificate, along with the Liquor Control Victoria certificate, enabling them to legally work in licensed venues across Victoria.
Enrolment Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this course, and it is open to individuals of vocational age. The course fee covers all materials, assessments, and digital certificates, with an additional charge for paper-based certificates. Participants are required to present valid identification (e.g., a passport or driver's license) and USI at the time of enrolment.
From 1st December 2025, LCV has added a new training module — Sexual Harassment and Assault: Recognise, Prevent and Respond (SHARPR) — and changes to the RSA Certificate Database.
The new module will be added to the RSA training requirements on 1 December and will support learners to better understand and respond to sexual harassment and assault when it occurs in licensed venues and stores.
After the learner completes the online or face-to-face RSA training, the training provider will upload the learner's details, including their email address, into the RSA Certificate Database.
Once uploaded, the learner will receive an email directing them to the hub to complete the SHARPR training module. The college can provide additional training to complete this module at an additional charge of $100.
- Teacher: Ashish Dubey
- Teacher: John Hatzakis
- Teacher: Nisha eacademiaplus
