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Introduction to Allergens

This food allergy awareness training course is designed to provide food handlers, or those with responsibility for managing food handlers, with an awareness around the controls and legal responsibilities when it comes to the 14 regulated allergens.

Food businesses have a legal responsibility to ensure that the food they manufacture, produce, sell or serve is safe for the consumer to eat.

The course is accredited by Allergy UK and meets all entry requirements for recognition on their Allergy Aware Scheme. 

COURSE CONTENT

A range of subjects are covered including:

  • Introduction to food allergens

  • Allergies, intolerances and coeliac disease

  • Symptoms of allergic reactions and how to respond

  • Allergens legislation

  • Food labelling requirements

  • The 14 regulated allergens

  • ‘Free from’ claims

  • Managing allergens from purchase to service

  • Providing allergen information to customers 

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COURSE DURATION

Typically 1 - 2 hours

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
No prior knowledge is required.

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WHO IS IS AIMED AT?

Introduction to Allergens training course is suitable for food handlers and managers working with food types. From production and manufacturing through to the sale and serving of food, the course will provide an awareness of best practice when it comes to allergens and their control.

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It also meets the entry requirements for catering businesses looking to join the Allergy Aware Scheme run by Allergy UK.

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We’re committed to improving standards of food hygiene and safety. We produce courses that improve knowledge and, when the knowledge acquired from the course is implemented, will lead to improved levels of food hygiene, including mitigating the risks posed by allergens.

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CERTIFICATION

Learners will receive a Highfield e-learning completion certificate, which is downloadable upon successfully finishing the course.

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ACCREDITIATION

This e-learning course is a Highfield Qualifications accredited programme. If you wish to take this as an higher qualification please contact us for a price.

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The course is also accredited by Allergy UK. Allergy UK is the leading national charity providing support, advice and information for those living with allergic disease. Allergy UK also runs the Allergy Aware Scheme, an opportunity for catering outlets to demonstrate their commitment to safeguarding those with food allergies.

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KEY DETAILS AT A GLANCE
Typical Duration: 1 - 2 hours
Audience:  Food handlers and Managers working with food types. 
Prerequisites:  No prior knowledge needed
Assessment:  Multiple-choice questions
Certificated:  Yes - Highfield Completion Certificate
Demo: Yes
LMS:  Yes
Compatibility:   Laptop/Desktop PC Internet Explorer 11, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox Apple iMacs/Macbooks Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox iPads Safari, Google Chrome for Tablets Android/Windows based tablets Google Chrome for Tablets, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer 11 NOTE: Enabling JavaScript and a stable broadband connection are required.
Localisation: EU legislation within a UK context, but suitable for international businesses that trade with EU and will be subject to the legislation.

 

COST

£ 20.00 per license

For licenses 10+ please contact us for a price.

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