Allergen Awareness and Management
This Allergen Awareness and Managementcourse covers the different types of allergenic hazards and how to minimise them in an environment that serves food.
10 Lessons
Online Assessment
1 Hour
Learning outcomes
- Identify Common Food Allergens: Gain knowledge of the most common food allergens and their potential impact on consumers.
- Understand Allergen Labeling Requirements: Learn the legal requirements for allergen labeling and how to accurately communicate allergen information to consumers.
- Prevent Allergen Cross-Contamination: Develop strategies to prevent cross-contamination in food preparation and handling environments.
- Implement Allergen Management Practices: Learn best practices for managing allergens in the workplace, including staff training and consumer communication.
- Comply with Allergen Regulations: Ensure understanding and compliance with local and international allergen regulations to protect consumers and avoid legal issues.
Course content
Introduction to Allergen Awareness
- A Tragic Story of What can Happen
- Understanding Food Allergies and Intolerances
- The Importance of Allergen Awareness in Food Safety
- Overview of Allergen Regulations
- Natasha’s Law
Identifying Common Food Allergens
- The “Big 8” Allergens and Beyond
- Recognizing Hidden Allergens in Ingredients
- The Effects of Allergens on Consumers
Allergen Labeling Requirements
- Legal Requirements for Allergen Labeling
- Reading and Understanding Allergen Labels
- Communicating Allergen Information to Consumers
Preventing Allergen Cross-Contamination
- Sources of Cross-Contamination
- Best Practices for Preventing Cross-Contamination
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Procedures for Allergen Control
Implementing Allergen Management Systems
- Developing an Allergen Control Plan
- Staff Training and Awareness
- Managing Allergen Risks in the Supply Chain
Ensuring Compliance with Allergen Regulations
- Conducting Allergen Risk Assessments
- Monitoring and Verifying Allergen Controls
- Responding to Allergen-Related Incidents
Course detail
Online Delivery
Fully online course with no time limits. Multiple online assessment attempts allowed.
Legislation
This course covers and complies with The Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Expert Trainer
Course and Assessment created and approved by a QQI Level 6 Fully Certified Expert Trainer.
Certificate Expiry
Course and Assessment must be completed every 3 years as per industry best practice.
