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e-Learning Allergen Awareness Course

On completion of this e-learning you will know 14 common allergies, allergy vs intolerance, symptoms & ways to reduce the risk of allergic reaction.

e-Learning
100 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions).
This course is ideal for
This course is aimed at anyone working within the food industry and can be sold to individuals or
pitched to businesses who might want to put all of their staff through the training.

Course Aims

This course covers general allergies, food allergies and food intolerances and explain the differences between them. It covers the 14 allergens controlled by legislation along with food additives and how they can trigger allergic reactions. It takes a detailed look at the symptoms of food allergies and takes in the wider picture discussing the current theories of why rates are increasing. It then finishes off by covering practical steps that can be taken to reduce the risk from allergens and also what steps can be taken both internally and externally to monitor the control measures.

Course Content

  • Food Intolerance and Allergens: the Basics 
  • Food Intolerances - Causes and Symptoms
  • Allergies - Causes and Symptoms 
  • Allergen Facts 
  • Food Allergens and the Law 
  • Food Allergens - Practical Steps 
  • Allergen Information for Consumers
  • Internal Monitoring and Review 
  • External Monitoring and Review

Entry Requirements

Recommended System Requirements
  • Browser: Up to date web browser
  • Video: Up to date video drivers
  • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
  • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)