CART Online Food Allergen Course for Cafés and Restaurants from £4.99
Covering food allergens and Natashas Law
This course is essential for all staff and associated workers in cafés, restaurants, canteens, kitchens, fast-food outlets, deli counters, butchers, food shops and mobile catering units. This includeds serving staff, waiting staff and kitchen staff.
Course certificate valid for 3 years
Internationally accredited training
HSEDocs provides this Level 2 Food Allergen Training Course for food retailers with an internationally recognised certificate for individuals responsible for handling and preparing food. This comprehensive course covers all essential topics related to food allergens, guaranteeing that you acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to handle food safely and responsibly. Upon finishing the course, you will receive a certificate of competency in level 2 food allergen safety standards.
With our course prices, you get the best value for your money. Individual courses cost £9.99 each, but you can get them for only £6.49 each if you order ten or more. Bulk orders of 50 or over cost just £4.99 per course.
Course duration: Between 1 ½ and 2 ½ hrs depending on learning speed.
Course format: Three video training modules, with a multiple-choice section at the end of each module.
Entry Requirements: Anyone can complete this course, whether they have previous experience or not.
If you work in a factory or manufacturing unit, cafe, or from home producing packaged products that are to be sold at another location, then this online Level 2 Food Allergen course is for you.
After completing your online Food Allergen course, your training certificate will be valid for three years. It is internationally recognised and counts towards your Food Hygiene Rating.
All successful candidates are entered on the national training register, and certificates can be verified by employers or others to prove that they are genuine by clicking Validate a Certificate and typing in the certificate number.
Overview of HSEDocs Level 2 Food Allergen Course
Our Level 2 Food Allergen course follows the current national curriculum. The learning topics covered in this HSE course include:
- What are allergens?
- Types of allergic reactions from allergens and foodstuffs.
- Symptoms of allergic reactions from allergens and foodstuffs.
- Using an auto-adrenalin-injector.
- The Food Information Regulations 2014.
- The fourteen listed allergens.
- Correct product labelling.
- Precautionary warnings.
- Natashas law.
- Training and allergen management.
- Stock and storage.
- Cleaning
- Personal hygiene.
Learning about food allergens is essential to protecting customers from products that could potentially cause them harm, even though most people consider the product safe. The need for allergen training and correct allergen labelling of foods was highlighted by the devastating tragedy bestowed on the Ednan-Laperouse family, which brought about Natashas Law.
Natasha's Law was enacted after the tragic incident involving Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, a teenager who suffered a fatal allergic reaction in 2016 after consuming a pre-packed sandwich. The packaging did not provide clear allergen information, which led to Natasha unknowingly ingesting sesame seeds, to which she was severely allergic. This event highlighted significant shortcomings in food labelling regulations and sparked a call for legislative reform.
Natasha's parents, along with various advocacy groups, advocated for stricter labelling requirements to prevent similar tragedies. Their efforts brought considerable attention to the issue of allergen transparency in pre-packed foods. The campaign gained momentum and ultimately led to the development and enactment of Natasha's Law.
This legislation was designed to address the gaps in the existing labelling system, ensuring consumers can access crucial information about potential allergens in their food. The aim was to empower individuals with allergies to make safer choices and reduce the risk of accidental exposure. The government's decision to implement Natasha's Law reflects a commitment to enhancing public health and food safety standards.
This significant change mandates that all pre-packed foods, including those made and sold on-site, must list their ingredients, emphasising allergens. It represents a collaborative effort between policymakers, consumer rights groups, and affected families to create a more transparent and accountable food industry.
Natasha's Law poignantly reminds us of the real-life consequences of inadequate food labeling and the importance of proactive measures to protect public health. The introduction of this law marks a significant step towards better-safeguarding individuals with food allergies, aiming to prevent further tragedies and improve overall food safety practices.
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