{"product_id":"food-allergy-training","title":"Food Allergy Awareness Training","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Food Allergy Awareness Training course is designed to help learners identify the fourteen particular food allergens which must be recognised by law, and to understand why foods containing allergens must be handled carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that there is no cure for food allergies and intolerances? One mistake with allergens can cause life-threatening harm, which is why proper allergen control is essential for every food and beverage business. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKeep your customers safe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur allergy-focused \u003ca href=\"\/courses\/categories\/food-hygiene\" title=\"A link to all of the Food Hygiene courses Virtual College offer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efood safety training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will teach you how to confidently handle allergen enquiries and prevent cross-contamination to keep customers safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStay legally compliant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003ca href=\"\/resources\/new-food-labelling-regulations\" title=\"A link to a Virtual College blog article about food labelling regulations\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatasha's Law PPDS Regulations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e now in effect, it’s your job to understand your responsibilities to the latest food information regulations. Our RoSPA Assured training covers all current legal requirements so your knowledge is up to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpand your professional knowledge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster the identification and handling of all 14 most common allergens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn effective communication with customers about ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop confidence in managing emergency situations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarn three CPD points for your professional development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse content\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Food Allergy and Intolerance Training is there for workers to understand the 14 allergens that can be present in food, and the difference between a food allergy and an intolerance. The course is also there to show the best way to stop contamination for the safety of customers and the workers themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of this allergen awareness course, learners will be able to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand what both a food allergy and intolerance are\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn to \u003ca href=\"\/resources\/how-to-recognise-symptoms-of-food-allergies\" title=\"A link to a Virtual College blog article about how to recognise the symptoms of food allergies\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erecognise the symptoms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e of an allergic reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow which ingredients could cause allergies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand what allergy information is required on pre-packed food labels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand what to consider regarding customer safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnow how to provide allergen information specific to their food business\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification \u0026amp; assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe in making certification straightforward and impactful, which is why we’re proud to have a 75% pass mark. Our assessment process will test what you’ve learned. You’ll have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical multiple-choice questions that test your understanding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix attempts at passing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn instant digital certificate upon completion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce completed, your certification demonstrates to employers and customers that you take food safety seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse accreditation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is RoSPA Assured and the certificate, awarded upon successful completion of the training, includes the RoSPA logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe content of the Food Allergy Awareness Training Course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of any of our courses, learners will be able to download a digital certificate from Virtual College which will include the accrediting bodies logo where applicable, the learner's name, the title of the course and the date of completion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have purchased the posted certificate option, available on selected courses, a high quality, seal embossed, certificate will be sent out by Royal Mail delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Printed Certificate Option\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of the course, a digital certificate will be available to download instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended renewal: 3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst none of our certificates have an expiry date it is strongly recommended that the training is completed every three years. This is based on industry best practice to ensure awareness and knowledge of the latest guidance and legislation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLegislation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key legislation governing food allergens is the Food Information for Consumers Regulation 2014, an EU ruling designed to ensure that individuals with allergies can easily and reliably identify foods that are safe for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA central requirement of this regulation is that any pre-packaged food containing one or more of the 14 specified allergens must be clearly labelled, enabling consumers to make informed choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood handlers have a legal duty of care to take all reasonable precautions to ensure that the food they produce, sell, and serve is safe. As such, allergy awareness training is essential to help identify potential allergen risks and prevent reactions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course provides learners with the knowledge needed to protect customers, including understanding which foods are safest for individuals with allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLegislation covered includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEU Food Information Regulation No. 1169\/2011 (FIR) \/ Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArticle 14 of the EU General Food Law Regulation 178\/2002\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 14 main allergens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14 allergens that must be labelled or indicated as being present on packaging are as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCereals containing gluten\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrustaceans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLupin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolluscs – such as mussels and oysters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMustard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNuts - including almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, brazil nuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeanuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSesame seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoybeans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSulphur dioxide and sulphites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCourse duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Food Allergy Awareness Training Course should take one to two hours to complete, but this depends entirely on how quickly each individual learns and absorbs the study material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the course is self-paced and progress is recorded throughout, learners can complete the training in stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEntry requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no specific entry requirements for this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is not a formal RQF Food Safety \u0026amp; Hygiene qualification, as the RQF levels only indicate the type of course so that businesses can choose whom it is suitable for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allergen training course is for anyone who owns, manages or works in a food-related business as they need to make sure their operations are compliant with EU Food Information for Consumers Regulation No.1169\/2011 \/ Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC) and Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 78 \/ 2014 amending Annex II to Regulation (EU) No 1169 \/ 2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is therefore suitable for food handlers, as well as those with a role that involves contact with food or managing workers who do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people who would require an allergy awareness course are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood business owners and managers responsible for compliance with EU Food Information Regulation No. 1169\/2011 (FIR) \/ Food Information for Consumers Regulation (FIC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen staff and food handlers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestaurant and café owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHotel and catering managers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchool and hospital kitchen teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakeaway and fast food staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood retail workers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone whose role involves contact with food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're responsible for a team or working in hands-on food preparation, this food allergy course will help you become allergy-aware in your role.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virtual College by Netex","offers":[{"title":"Self Printed Certificate","offer_id":50706938986843,"sku":"01-FDX-01-004","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0862\/8990\/8059\/files\/food-allergy-awareness-thumbnail-image.webp?v=1742313833","url":"https:\/\/shop.virtual-college.co.uk\/products\/food-allergy-training","provider":"Virtual College by Netex","version":"1.0","type":"link"}