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Quick Overview: Spain's new Law 1/2025 on the prevention of food loss and waste has introduced mandatory requirements for all food handlers across the country. In 2026, professional hygiene training is no longer just about preventing bacteria; it now includes the technical management of food surpluses and the legal obligation to prioritize human consumption over waste. At Coformación, we have updated our English food handler course to include the full syllabus of the new Law 1/2025.
This means that when you get certified with us, you are automatically meeting both European hygiene standards and the new Spanish waste prevention laws. Our 2-in-1 certification ensures you are ready to work legally in any Spanish restaurant, hotel, or food business without needing extra courses.
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New Technical Requirements for Food Staff
The Spanish Law 1/2025 mandates that food businesses must train their staff in waste prevention protocols. This is a critical technical skill that health inspectors (Sanidad) will verify during audits in 2026. Understanding how to manage food that is safe for consumption but no longer sellable is now a core part of the Food Safety Culture in the HORECA sector.
1. What You Will Learn in the Updated Course
Our English course now features a dedicated module on waste prevention, covering:
- The Priority Hierarchy: Learning the legal order for managing food: 1. Donation, 2. Transformation, 3. Animal feed, 4. Industrial use.
- Donation Logistics: Technical requirements for maintaining food safety and traceability when donating to Food Banks or NGOs.
- Consumer Rights: Providing customers with safe, free packaging to take away their leftovers, as required by the new law.
- Record-Keeping: How to assist in the daily quantification of food waste for the establishment's mandatory Prevention Plan.
2. Benefits for International Workers
For English speakers in Spain, having a certificate that explicitly includes "Food Waste Prevention Law 1/2025" on their CV is a massive advantage. Employers are currently facing heavy fines (up to €60,000) for non-compliance. By showing that you are already trained in these new protocols, you become a high-value candidate who simplifies the business's legal responsibilities.
3. Full Compliance for 2026 Inspections
The new law is strictly enforced as of April 2026. Health inspectors will look for evidence that staff understands the new waste protocols. Our dual-certification approach provides the technical and legal backing you need to work with confidence in the Spanish hospitality industry.
Next Professional Step
Get the most complete food safety certification in Spain. Enroll in our English course today and master the new 2026 regulations.
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Official Authority Sources and Regulatory References
To ensure compliance with the new regulations, we recommend consulting these official bodies:
- Official State Gazette (BOE): Law 1/2025 on Food Loss and Waste Prevention.
- Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA): National Strategy Against Food Waste.
- AESAN: Food Safety in Food Donation.
