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Food Allergen Awareness Training

Interactive Video Lessons | Free E-Certificate | Tutor Support


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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Course format
Video
Duration
4 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
365 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Certification of Completion - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

The Food Allergen Awareness Training online course is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and understanding of food allergens, their impact on individuals with allergies, and best practices for allergen management in the food industry. This course is essential for food handlers, chefs, managers, and anyone involved in the preparation, handling, and service of food products. By completing this course, participants will gain the necessary skills to ensure the safety and well-being of customers with food allergies.

Certificates

Certification of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Description

  • Introduction to Food Allergies and Intolerances

- Understanding the difference between food allergies and intolerances

- Common food allergens and their effects on individuals

- Prevalence of food allergies and the importance of allergen management

  • Legal Requirements and Labeling Regulations

- Overview of food allergen labeling laws and regulations

- Understanding allergen labeling requirements on food packaging

- Responsibilities of food businesses in providing accurate allergen information

  • Identifying and Managing Food Allergens

- Comprehensive list of major food allergens

- Identifying hidden allergens in food products

- Strategies for preventing cross-contamination and allergen transfer

  • Allergen Management in Food Preparation

- Best practices for allergen control in kitchens and food preparation areas

- Separation and segregation techniques to prevent cross-contact

- Cleaning and sanitation procedures to remove allergenic residues

  • Communicating Allergen Information to Customers

- Effective methods for communicating allergen information to customers

- Providing accurate and clear allergen information on menus and signage

- Handling allergen inquiries and special dietary requests

  • Allergen Awareness Training for Food Handlers

- Importance of allergen training for food handlers

- Training techniques and resources for educating staff on allergen management

- Developing allergen management policies and procedures

  • Emergency Situations and First Aid

- Recognizing symptoms of an allergic reaction

- Emergency response and first aid procedures for allergic reactions

- Coordinating with medical professionals and emergency services

Who is this course for?

Completion of the Food Allergen Awareness Training course can open up various career opportunities within the food industry, including:

  • Allergen Control Specialist: Working in food establishments or food manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance with allergen regulations, implementing allergen management systems, and conducting audits to prevent cross-contamination and allergen exposure.
  • Food Safety Manager/Supervisor: Overseeing food safety practices, including allergen management, in food establishments, ensuring compliance with regulations, training staff on allergen protocols, and implementing control measures.
  • Menu Developer/Consultant: Assisting restaurants, catering companies, or food service providers in developing menus that cater to customers with food allergies, ensuring accurate allergen information, and providing guidance on allergen management.
  • Food Inspector/Regulator: Working for regulatory bodies, conducting inspections of food establishments to ensure compliance with allergen labeling laws, monitoring food safety practices, and providing guidance on allergen management.
  • Allergen Educator/Trainer: Delivering training programs and workshops on allergen awareness and management to food handlers, chefs, and other industry professionals, promoting safe practices and compliance with allergen regulations.
  • Quality Assurance Officer: Monitoring and evaluating allergen management systems in food establishments, conducting internal audits, and ensuring adherence to allergen labeling laws and industry best practices.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience required

Career path

Food Industry Writer/Blogger: Using expertise in allergen awareness and management to create informative content, articles, or blog posts for the food industry, educating the public and raising awareness about food allergies and allergen safety.

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