Health & Safety
Health & Safety
Allergen Awareness
Delivery:
eLearning
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About this course
By law, food handlers must be able to identify the 14 food allergens and understand why foods containing allergens must be handled carefully. Our Allergen training course teaches learners the difference between a food allergy and intolerance, allergic reactions and symptoms, the 14 allergens and products which contain them. It covers the responsibilities of the operator, what information should be on pre-packed food labels, and what you need to consider to keep customers safe.
This Allergen course is aimed at food handlers or anyone that works with food, whether it’s food production, packaging, distribution, processing, food retail or catering.
Currently, there are no known cures for food allergies and intolerances, and some cases can prove life-threatening. Ensuring your employees are trained can protect not only your company legally but also your customers medically.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course learners should know and understand the following:
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Allergen Awareness Legislation: Legislation regarding allergen awareness.
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Responsibilities: Responsibilities of the operator and the consumer.
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Impact of legislation: Learn the impact of legislation on staff.
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Food allergy and intolerance: Learn the difference between a food allergy and intolerance.
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Food allergy and allergic reactions & symptoms: Be aware of the common symptoms of allergic reactions and food allergies.
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The 14 allergens and products which contain them: Know the 14 food allergens that must be declared if used as an ingredient in any food product sold or served.
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Packaging and labelling food: Learn what allergy information is required on the packaging and labelled food.
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