Food Allergens Training Courses.

Every year we see 4,500 hospital admissions and 10 deaths from food allergy. New allergen information rules are here to change the way you get information on 14 allergens, if included in the food you buy.

 

Food allergy and intolerance are growing health concerns in the UK. They are life changing and in serious cases can be fatal, or lead to long-term health conditions.

From 13 December 2014, a new piece of European legislation, called the Food Information for Consumers Regulation (EU FIC) means allergen information must be provided in a clearer and more consistent way on prepacked and loose food, making it easier for you to make safer choices when buying food or eating out.

 

We have two training courses to make it as easy as possible for you and your team to understand and comply with the new law:

Level 2 Award in Food Allergen Awareness and Control in Catering (RQF)

Under the Food Information Regulations 2014, food business operators have a legal responsibility to provide complete and correct food allergen information to customers. These regulations apply to all catering and retail businesses that serve or sell loose foods.

 

Who is this qualification for?

The qualification is aimed at food handlers and other staff involved in food preparation and service who work within the catering industry. 

 

How long will it take?

To complete this qualification learners should expect to undertake 5 hours of learning in total.

 

Topics covered

The qualification is designed to provide knowledge and understanding of food allergens and foods that commonly cause intolerances, their characteristics and effects, the importance of effectively communicating information regarding allergenic ingredients to customers, and how staff can minimise the risk of cross-contamination from allergenic ingredients.

 

Assessment method

This qualification is achieved by attending a 5 hour course and assessed by multiple-choice examination.

 

This qualification is supported by Allergy UK, who regard it as suitable staff training for catering outlets that wish to apply for their Allergy Aware Scheme. 

 

Course Fact Sheet
L2 Food Allergens.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [596.1 KB]

 

Courses are inclusive of tuition, examination fees and a delegate pack. Free follow up support will also be available from your tutor.

 

This course is only available for group bookings for 6 or more are available on demand either at our centre or at your premises. Please contact us for a quote.

Level 3 Award in Food Allergen Management for Caterers (RQF).

 

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification is aimed at individuals responsible for the purchase, delivery, production and serving of food in the catering industry and is also suitable for those who own/manage a small catering business.Learners gaining this qualification will know and be able to apply the knowledge relating to the control of food ingredients, including allergens, at all stages of food purchase and production. They will understand the process for ensuring that accurate ingredient information is available for consumers at point of sale and service and the importance of communication at all stages.

 

How long will it take?

This qualification is achieved by taking a one day classroom based course.

 

Topics covered

These include the manager's role in ensuring that food ingredients and allergens are effectively managed, procedures relating to the communication of ingredient information from supplier to consumer, the importance of implementing controls to prevent contamination from allergenic ingredients, and the methods for managing ingredient controls and procedures.

 

Assessment method

This qualification is assessed by a multiple choice question paper. To achieve a pass grade, learners must score at least 18 out of 30 on the examination. Learners will achieve a distinction grade if they score at least 24 out of 30.

 

Course Fact Sheet
Allergen Management.pdf
Adobe Acrobat document [522.9 KB]

 

Courses are inclusive of tuition, examination fees and a delegate pack. Free follow up support will also be available from your tutor.

 

This course is only available for group bookings for 4 or more are available on demand either at our centre or at your premises. Please contact us for a quote.

Tel: 01604 669146

Email: info@theuktraining.co.uk

 

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