Food Allergen Awareness Online (E-learning)
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Protect Customers from Allergen Risks
This online course explains the 14 major allergens, how allergic reactions happen and how to keep customers safe. It is designed for anyone working in food handling, catering, hospitality or retail, with no prior knowledge required.
Learners cover anaphylaxis recognition, Natasha's Law and PPDS labelling rules, cross-contamination control and clear allergen communication with customers.
Who Is This Course For?
- Food handlers
- Catering and hospitality staff
- Food retail staff
- Anyone wanting to improve their food safety knowledge
Delivery Method
Online e-learning, self-paced, on desktop or mobile. The course includes about 2 hours of video, supported by downloadable resources such as PDFs, slides and infographics, and ends with a final assessment. Learners have lifetime access to the course materials.
What the Course Covers
- Allergens and risks – the 14 major allergens, allergy versus intolerance, hidden allergen risks and the effects of exposure
- Anaphylaxis and emergency response – mild and severe reactions, signs of anaphylaxis and what to do immediately in an emergency
- Natasha's Law and compliance – Natasha's Law requirements, PPDS labelling rules, accurate ingredient information and the risks of getting it wrong
- Cross-contamination control – safe storage and separation, cleaning and preventing allergens mixing during preparation
- Allergen communication – talking clearly with customers, questions to ask, checking details, keeping allergen records and charts, and a safe food culture
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Name the 14 major allergens and explain the difference between allergy and intolerance
- Recognise the signs of anaphylaxis and the immediate emergency response
- Outline Natasha's Law and PPDS labelling requirements
- Describe how to prevent allergen cross-contamination in storage and preparation
- Communicate allergen information clearly and keep accurate allergen records
Assessment and Certification
The course ends with a final assessment. On passing it, learners receive the Certificate in Food Allergen Awareness and Safety Standards. The course carries 2 CPD Points and is delivered by a CPD Accredited Provider.
FAQ
Who needs food allergen awareness training?
Anyone working in food handling, catering, hospitality or retail, and anyone wanting to improve their food safety knowledge. No prior knowledge is required.
Does the course cover Natasha's Law?
Yes. It covers Natasha's Law requirements, PPDS labelling rules and the importance of accurate ingredient information.
What are the 14 major allergens?
The course explains the 14 major allergens, hidden allergen risks and the difference between an allergy and an intolerance.
How long is the course?
There is about 2 hours of video, studied online at your own pace on desktop or mobile.
Does the course carry CPD points?
Yes. It carries 2 CPD Points and is delivered by a CPD Accredited Provider. A certificate is issued on passing the final assessment.
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On completion, learners receive a digital certificate from TrainifyHUB with a unique verification code. Any CPD points for the course are shown in the course description
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TrainifyHUB is a London-based online training provider and the trading name of SL Brothers Ltd. Its self-paced courses cover health and social care, construction site safety awareness, compliance and workplace skills.
Envico is working in association with TrainifyHUB and is not accredited by or associated with any examination bodies, awarding bodies, institutions or organisations in any way whatsoever.