Allergen Awareness

Food allergens pose serious health risks and legal challenges for food businesses. This course equips your team with the knowledge to identify, manage, and communicate allergen risks effectively, ensuring compliance and consumer safety.

£290 VAT excluded

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At a glance

Course Content

- Introduction to allergens and health impacts
- Legal framework: Natasha’s Law and Food Information Regulations
- Allergen control in production and service
- Labelling and communication best practices
- Emergency response protocols

Course Overview

Duration: Half-day
Format: Virtual
Fee: via Zoom at a cost of £230 per delegate

Who should attend?

- Food handlers
- Catering staff
- QA and compliance officers
- Supervisors and managers in food production

Learning outcomes

- Understand the 14 major allergens and their sources
- Identify cross-contamination risks and prevention strategies
- Apply allergen labelling requirements under UK law
- Implement best practices for allergen communication
- Respond effectively to allergen-related emergencies

Business Benefits

- Demonstrate compliance during audits
- Reduce liability and protect brand reputation
- Improve operational efficiency and staff confidence

Trust & Credentials

- Delivered by Kiwa UK food safety experts
- Recognised training supporting BRCGS and SALSA compliance

Why this training matters

  • Compliance with UK Food Information Regulations and Natasha’s Law
  • Reduce risk of allergen-related incidents and costly recalls
  • Build consumer trust through accurate allergen management

Your commonly asked questions are answered here

Is this course suitable for small businesses?

Yes it is designed for businesses of all sizes

Do I need prior food safety training?

No prior training is required

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, a Kiwa UK certificate will be provided

Can the course be customised for my team?

For remote in house training, please contact uk.training@kiwa.com for a quote.

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