In this module, learners are reminded of the importance of health and safety and have opportunities to practise strategies for reading, listening to and understanding a wide range of written and graphical information, including signs and symbols, using equipment and understanding safety data sheets. One of three modules support the teaching of Catering. The 3 modules do not supply a complete programme of learning. Instead, aspects of the training that place a particular demand on literacy, language and numeracy skills have been prioritised.

Food hygiene. This module covers skills required to complete the food safety and hygiene training and in particular looks at the reading and language issues that may arise. One of four modules support the teaching of Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications in Catering. The 4 modules do not supply a complete programme of learning. Instead, aspects of the training that place a particular demand on literacy, language and numeracy skills have been prioritised. when interpreting food labels and food law.

This module gives learners the opportunity to practise numeracy and literacy skills that they will need in the kitchen, e.g. stock rotation, weighing ingredients, time and temperature, using equipment safely. One of four modules support the teaching of Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications in Catering. The 4 modules do not supply a complete programme of learning. Instead, aspects of the training that place a particular demand on literacy, language and numeracy skills have been prioritised.

The introduction to the pack of materials, developed in 2003, provides the background to the pack which aims to support those planning ESOL provision for refugees and asylum seekers. Although some of the information is out of date, it may still be a useful resource.