Allergen Awareness Training

Recent studies show that most of the food recalls in the world are as a result of allergens. Thousands of people are hospitalised each year with a primary diagnoses of allergic food reactions. One of the main causes identified is cross-contamination resulting in undeclared allergens in the food products. This Allergen Awareness training will teach your food handlers about the correct identification and handling of allergens in your facility and their role in the prevention of allergen cross-contamination.

Recent studies show that most of the food recalls in the world are as a result of allergens. Thousands of people are
hospitalised each year with a primary diagnoses of allergic food reactions. One of the main causes identified is cross-contamination resulting in undeclared allergens in the food
products. Training your staff on the correct identification and handling of allergens in your facility will help you prevent allergen cross-contamination. This essential Allergen Awareness training course with teach your staff:

  • Why correct allergen management in a food handling facility is so critical in the prevention of allergen-related food incidents.
  • What the 8 main allergens are and how to identify them on the food label
  • What controls must be implemented to prevent cross-contamination.
  • The dangers of hidden allergens in food
  • The importance of personal hygiene, cleaning and storage practices in allergen prevention.

Food handlers attending this training will receive a practical and engaging approach to preventing allergen cross-contamination in your food facility.

All food handlers

  • What is an allergen?
  • What is a food allergy?
  • Symptoms of allergic reactions
  • The eight common allergens
  • Hidden allergens
  • Allergen labelling
  • Management of purchased materials
  • Measures to prevent cross-contamination
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Cleaning
  • Storage practices
  • Layout of premises and workspace
  • Handling of rework
  • Waste disposal
  • Air, water and energy
  • Product Information and consumer awareness
  • The role you play in your company’s Allergen Management Programme
  • Food handlers attending this course will receive a
    handy A5 full-colour Allergen Awareness pocket
    booklet
  • Content can be customised for your facility to
    ensure maximum benefit.
  • The practical approach makes this an impactful
    training course.

Food handlers will complete a short knowledge test
after the training.

Duration

1/2 day

Certification type

Workshop

Course dates

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