Put Your Food Safety Knowledge to the Test
UK food hygiene regulations are there to protect both your customers and your business. But how well do you really know the rules? Take our quick quiz to find out — and discover whether your team is ready for their next food safety inspection.
Question 1
Which piece of legislation is the cornerstone of UK food safety law?
- A) The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- B) The Food Safety Act 1990
- C) The Food Standards Act 1999
- D) The Environmental Protection Act 1990
Answer: B — The Food Safety Act 1990 is the primary legislation governing food safety in the UK.
Question 2
What does HACCP stand for?
- A) Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
- B) Health and Compliance Certification Programme
- C) Hygiene Assessment and Contamination Control Plan
- D) Hazardous Activity and Chemical Control Procedures
Answer: A — HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, a legally required food safety management system.
Question 3
What is the highest possible score on the Food Hygiene Rating Scheme?
- A) 3
- B) 4
- C) 5
- D) 10
Answer: C — The Food Hygiene Rating Scheme scores businesses from 0 (urgent improvement required) to 5 (very good).
Question 4
What is Natasha's Law?
- A) A law requiring all food businesses to display their hygiene rating
- B) A law requiring full ingredient and allergen labelling on pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) foods
- C) A law banning the use of certain food additives
- D) A law requiring food handlers to hold a Level 2 food hygiene certificate
Answer: B — Natasha's Law, which came into force in October 2021, requires full ingredient and allergen labelling on all PPDS foods.
Question 5
How many major allergens must be declared under UK allergen regulations?
- A) 8
- B) 10
- C) 12
- D) 14
Answer: D — There are 14 major allergens that must be declared under UK food allergen regulations.
Question 6
Is it a legal requirement for food handlers in the UK to hold a food hygiene certificate?
- A) Yes, all food handlers must hold at least a Level 2 certificate
- B) No, but they must be supervised, instructed, and/or trained in food hygiene
- C) Only food handlers in restaurants and takeaways
- D) Only food handlers who work with raw meat
Answer: B — While there is no legal requirement for a specific certificate, all food handlers must receive appropriate training or instruction in food hygiene.
How Did You Score?
6/6 — Outstanding! You clearly know your food safety regulations inside out.
4–5/6 — Great effort! A refresher course could help you fill any gaps.
0–3/6 — Don't worry — that's what training is for! Our food hygiene courses will bring you fully up to speed.
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