24 March 2025
Working in the food and drink industry brings its own unique set of challenges—and safety is one of the biggest. From maintaining hygiene standards to navigating production line machinery, managing workplace hazards to complying with legal regulations, it’s vital that workers across all departments are properly trained.
Whether you’re in engineering, maintenance, production, or logistics, one of the best ways to build your knowledge and stay compliant is through the SPA Food & Drink Safety Passport course.
At MJ Training Solutions, we’re proud to offer this industry-recognised, ECS-approved health and safety training. Delivered online via Microsoft Teams, our two-day course is available weekly and costs just £195.00 including VAT—making it one of the most accessible and flexible training options on the market today.
In this blog post, we’ll take a deep dive into the SPA Food & Drink Passport, who it’s for, what it covers, and how it can help you stay safe, confident, and compliant in the workplace.
The Safety Pass Alliance (SPA) is a leading provider of industry-specific health and safety training across the UK. The SPA Food & Drink Safety Passport is a nationally recognised qualification designed to help employees understand, manage, and reduce workplace risks specifically within the food and beverage manufacturing sector.
Once you’ve successfully completed the course, you’ll receive a digital Safety Passport—valid for three years—which shows you’ve been trained to a recognised industry standard. Employers across the food and drink sector value the passport, and it can often be a requirement for site access or contract work.
This course is ideal for anyone working in the food and drink sector, regardless of your specific job title. Whether you’re a newcomer or an experienced worker looking to refresh your skills, the SPA Food & Drink Passport is designed to suit a wide range of roles, including:
Production line operatives
Engineers and maintenance technicians
Warehouse and logistics staff
Machine operatives and plant workers
Contractors working on-site
Supervisors and team leaders
Office and support staff in food and drink environments
Essentially, if your work involves entering or operating within a food and beverage manufacturing setting, this course is for you.
At MJ Training Solutions, we’ve designed our training to be as accessible and convenient as possible. That’s why the SPA Food & Drink Passport course is delivered entirely online, using Microsoft Teams.
📅 Course duration: 2 days
⏰ Start time: 8:30am – approx. 4:00pm (both days)
💻 Delivery method: Online via Microsoft Teams
💷 Price: £195.00 (including VAT)
📄 Certificate: Digital SPA Food & Drink Passport (valid 3 years)
You don’t need to travel or take time off work for in-person sessions. Instead, you’ll join a live virtual classroom with experienced, knowledgeable tutors who’ll guide you through the material in an interactive and engaging way.
We provide full joining instructions before the course, and our support team is always available to assist with setup or technical issues.
The SPA Food & Drink course is much more than just a tick-box training session. It’s been carefully designed to equip workers with practical, actionable knowledge they can apply directly in their roles.
Here’s an overview of what the two-day course covers:
The first day focuses on core safety concepts that apply across all industries. You’ll explore:
✅ Roles and responsibilities under health and safety law
✅ Understanding and applying the Health and Safety at Work Act
✅ The importance of risk assessments and control measures
✅ Identifying and reporting workplace hazards
✅ Personal protective equipment (PPE): correct selection and usage
✅ Safe systems of work and method statements
✅ Accident prevention and investigation procedures
✅ Effective communication on health and safety matters
By the end of Day 1, you’ll have a strong foundation in health and safety awareness—critical for any role in any workplace.
Day 2 dives into the specific risks, controls, and practices within the food and drink manufacturing environment. Topics include:
🍽️ Personal hygiene standards
🧼 Contamination risks and prevention (including allergens and foreign body control)
🏭 Machinery and equipment safety
🚨 Emergency procedures and site-specific protocols
🔐 Access and egress control in food production zones
🛠️ Permit to work systems and contractor management
🧯 Fire safety and hazardous substances
🧾 Documentation and compliance in food-safe operations
This part of the course ensures that everything you learn is relevant to your actual working environment, not just theoretical.
Choosing to complete the SPA Food & Drink Safety Passport offers a wide range of benefits, both for individual workers and employers. Here’s why more and more companies are making this a key part of their induction and training process:
This course is widely accepted across the UK food and drink sector, providing a consistent safety standard across the board.
The training is tailored to real-world food and drink environments, meaning the content is immediately applicable to your role.
Your digital Safety Passport remains valid for 36 months, reducing the need for frequent re-training.
No need to travel or attend in-person. Complete the training from the comfort of your home or office.
Gain the skills to identify risks, take preventative action, and respond correctly in emergencies.
Adding the SPA Safety Passport to your CV can boost job prospects and demonstrate your commitment to high safety standards.
At MJ Training Solutions, we don’t just deliver training—we support your success.
Our tutors have extensive industry experience and understand the realities of working in the food and drink sector. They don’t just teach from slides—they bring the content to life with real-world examples, interactive discussions, and a practical approach that resonates with learners at every level.
We’ve also made it easier than ever to access training with:
Weekly availability – start when it suits you
Live, instructor-led sessions – no boring pre-recorded videos
Affordable pricing – only £195.00 including VAT
Fast certification – your digital Safety Passport arrives shortly after the course
Booking your place on the SPA Food & Drink Safety Passport course couldn’t be simpler. Just head to mjtrainingsolutions.co.uk, choose your preferred course date, and book online in minutes.
💻 Course Fee: £195.00 including VAT
📅 Course Length: 2 days (8:30am to approx. 4:00pm)
🌐 Delivery: Online via Microsoft Teams
📜 Certificate: Digital SPA Food & Drink Passport – valid for 3 years
👉 Click here to book your place now
Spaces fill up quickly, especially on our most popular dates, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.
Yes – there are short assessments to check your understanding of the course content. Don’t worry—our tutors prepare you thoroughly, and the format is user-friendly.
You’ll need a stable internet connection, a computer or laptop, and access to Microsoft Teams (which is free to download if needed). A quiet space and headphones are helpful too.
You’ll typically receive your digital passport within a few working days after successful completion. It’s emailed directly to you.
Absolutely. We accept business bookings and can provide invoices for your company.
In the food and drink industry, safety isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re running machinery, supervising a team, or working in logistics, the SPA Food & Drink Safety Passport helps you do your job safely, effectively, and confidently.
At MJ Training Solutions, we’ve helped hundreds of professionals like you build a safer future through trusted, accessible training.
✅ Weekly online courses
✅ Recognised across the food & drink industry
✅ Delivered live by expert tutors
✅ Just £195.00 including VAT
✅ Digital passport valid for 3 years
🚀 Secure your place on the SPA Food & Drink Passport Course today
Let’s get you certified, confident, and ready to thrive in the industry.
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