Enhance food allergy knowledge for food handlers with our Introduction to Allergen Awareness course

Having the right information about allergens is crucial, this Allergy UK accredited course covers the information all food handlers must know to serve safe food.

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

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What's this allergens course all about?

Understanding allergens – essential training for food businesses

Food businesses have a legal duty to ensure the safety of the food they manufacture, sell, or serve. This Allergy UK-accredited course equips learners with the knowledge to meet legal requirements, minimise allergen risks, and gain recognition under the Allergy Aware Scheme.

Introduction to food allergens

The importance of safe food

Allergies, intolerances and coeliac disease

Know your terms

Symptoms of allergic reactions and how to respond

Discover the actions you should take

Allergens legislation

Consider the legal requirements

Food labelling requirements

Be vigilant about packaging

The 14 regulated allergens

And the foods that may contain them

‘Free from’ claims

How is this achieved?

Managing allergens

From purchase to service

Providing allergen information to customers

Making safe food choices

Who should take this course?

This online training course is suitable for food handlers and managers working with all 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.

The ideal course for...

new starter induction

when an introduction to allergens is required

food handlers and managers

in a workplace to raise awareness of this subject area

Extend your knowledge...

for new starters in food handling

our Food Safety Level 1 course covers basic food safety practices for those starting in food preparation or handling

professionals who work in hospitality

our Food Safety Level 2 course is the next step in training for professionals in food preparation roles

Training that makes a difference

A learning experience that will be remembered

Highfield Online Training courses are more than just a tick-box exercise. We believe that training should really make a difference and result in improved behaviour and understanding in the workplace.

Interactive exercises

Keep your learners and employees engaged with interactive exercises

Compelling imagery

Visual references to help learners understand the information

Quizzes / assessments

Knowledge checks throughout enable learners to stay on track

Written by experts

Content created by our industry and subject matter experts

Simple to follow

Course delivered in bite sized chunks to suit all learners

Why choose a HOT course?

Convenient online training

Get the knowledge you need without losing productivity.

Self paced

Learn at your own pace anytime using our online platform.

Accessible

Available on a wide range of devices- includes audio, video and transcripts.

1 - 2 hours

Get up to speed in under 2 hours (average completion time).

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