Food Allergen Awareness Training

In this training, you'll acquire knowledge about food allergens and be introduced to strategies to manage them in a food business setting.

Upon completing the training, you'll be able to:

• Recognise the importance of being aware of food allergens.
• Identify distinct food allergy types.
• Detect varied responses to allergic triggers.
• Grasp the responsibilities of someone handling food.
• Understand the legal guidelines related to food safety and allergenic reactions.
• Analyse and understand food label details.

This module emphasises the significance of recognising food allergens and is illustrated with real-world instances of food safety oversights related to allergic reactions.

It draws a distinction between food sensitivities and food allergies and offers advice on responding to anaphylactic reactions. Additionally, this module lists the 14 acknowledged food allergens and suggests methods for tackling urgent scenarios.

This module details the regulations relating to food allergens, designed to safeguard both employees and customers. It further explores a variety of food items and their corresponding labelling. Upon completion of this module, you'll possess the skills to  understand food labels and the legalities surrounding food allergens.

This module gives you in-depth knowledge on maintaining allergen safety in food preparation areas. You'll delve into HACCP protocols and learn about the methods and solutions for food preservation. Furthermore, you'll be introduced to sanitation procedures aimed at minimising the risk of allergen cross-contamination.