Who should attend this Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass?
The Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass is designed for individuals who wish to gain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of food allergies. This course can benefit a wide range of professionals, including:
- Food Handlers
- Food Service Professionals
- Quality Control and Assurance Professionals
- Occupational Health and Safety Officers
- Food Inspectors and Regulators
- Hospitality Industry Staff
- Food Safety Auditors
Prerequisites of the Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass
There are no formal prerequisites for this Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass.
Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass Course Overview
A food allergy is an immune system reaction after eating the offending food. Food awareness is designed for food allergies, celiac disease, and asthma. It's a great way to educate others about these significant and impactful diseases, which are too often misunderstood. This masterclass will assist individuals in raising awareness of different food allergies and how to tackle a life-threatening condition. Additionally, this masterclass will allow organisations to ensure that the food they manufacture, sell, and serve is safe for consumers to eat. Studying this masterclass will help individuals climb the ladder of success in terms of value and career opportunities.
In this 1-day Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass course, delegates will learn how to recognise the symptoms of an allergic reaction, understand what information should be on pre-packaged food labels, and what they need to consider to keep customers safe. They will also learn the legal responsibilities of allergen labelling and allergen declaration, enabling delegates to obey their duties under the EU General Food Law Regulation. Our highly skilled and professional trainer will conduct this training and has years of experience teaching Food and Safety Training courses.
Course Objectives
- To identify common food allergens and their symptoms
- To understand food allergy diagnosis, treatment, and emergency response
- To interpret food labels and regulations related to food allergies
- To develop allergy management plans for individuals and communities
- To implement strategies for creating allergy-friendly environments
- To prevent cross-contamination during food preparation and handling
After attending the Food Allergy Awareness Masterclass, delegates will be able to identify common food allergens and their symptoms and understand food allergy diagnosis, treatment, and emergency response. They will also be able to better equip to manage and prevent allergic reactions.