Food Allergens In Manufacturing

Duration 1-2 hours

CPD Approved IoH Approved
Food Allergens in Manufacturing
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  • Train teams of all sizes

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  • Pay by invoice with 30 day payment terms available (5+ courses)

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Includes a 10% discount for 10+ courses

Everyone who works in a food manufacturing premises must have an awareness of which allergens are present in their factory, plus how to handle them safely so as to prevent cross-contamination.

This Food Allergens in Manufacturing course is designed to provide workers with more information about the foods that commonly trigger allergic reactions, how these should be displayed on food packaging, and which procedures and practices must be followed to prevent contamination between allergenic and non-allergenic ingredients in manufacturing premises.

Food Standards Agency (FSA) guidance states that food businesses must make sure their staff receive training on allergens.

100% online training

Access anywhere

Same day digital certificate

Printed certificate posted next working day

Full audio voiceover

Assessment retakes at no extra cost

Learn at your own pace with no completion deadlines

Developed by food safety professionals

Ensures compliance with the EU Food Information for Consumers (FIC) Regulation

Up to date with current allergen legislation in the UK, Natasha's Law and PPDS labelling requirements

Accredited by CPD and endorsed by the Institute of Hospitality

Bulk discount for orders of 10+ courses

Bigger orders = bigger discounts

Save on our courses when you buy more training upfront. Lock in a better price now and access the training whenever you need to. You can mix and match any of our courses too and get the discount off your whole order.

10+ courses = 10% off
50+ courses = 20% off
100+ courses = 30% off
500+ courses = 40% off

What you'll learn

By the end of this course learners will:

  • Understand the differences between food allergy, food intolerance, anaphylaxis and coeliac disease.
  • Be aware of the common symptoms of allergic reactions and anaphylaxis.
  • Know the 14 named food allergens that must be declared if they are used as an ingredient in any of the food products manufactured in the factory.
  • Have an awareness of the legal responsibilities of food manufacturers in regards to allergen labelling and declaration.
  • Recognise the importance of adhering to the company allergen policy.
  • Understand how to prevent allergenic cross-contamination in a factory through good hygiene procedures and proper food handling practices.

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Module 1: Introduction to Food Allergens, Allergies and Anaphylaxis?

What is a food allergen, key definitions, coeliac disease, symptoms of an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis, the 14 named food allergens and hidden allergens.

Module 2: Food Allergen Law and Food Labelling Regulations

General food safety legislation, The Food Information for Consumers (EU FIC) Regulation, food labelling regulations, prepacked foods, peanuts & cereals containing gluten, foods prepacked for direct sale (PPDS), loose foods, distance selling allergen regulations, law enforcement, product recalls, traceability, calculating allergens, rework.

Module 3: Preventing Allergenic Cross-Contamination in the Factory

HACCP, allergen policy, food deliveries and distribution, food storage, factory design and layout, hand washing, personal hygiene, cleaning the factory, cleaning in place.

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 90%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don't pass don't worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.

This course is suitable for food handlers in manufacturing settings, particularly those that use any of the 14 named food allergens as ingredients. The course is appropriate for workers at all levels.

It’s advised that you take a Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety in Manufacturing course alongside this one to ensure you have the complete knowledge needed to work in an environment that handles food.

Frequently asked questions

How do I access the training?

All of our training is done within your web browser - there are no apps to download or software to install.

After picking the courses you need and completing your purchase, you will receive a confirmation email. To access our courses yourself or to distribute them to others you just need to click the ‘Get Started’ button within the email and select which option you want. You will then be able to add the course(s) into an existing account, or create a new account.


Can I buy training for my team?

Of course just add the amount of courses you need and follow the purchase process. Please do be aware that it is one course per learner so they will all need their own course.

When buying courses for a team you'll also get access to our Management Suite free of charge. This is a tool that will allow you to allocate, track and review the training of your team.

Did you know? - We offer free training sessions on how to get the most from your Management Suite. To benefit from this, please contact: managersupport@highspeedtraining.co.uk to get your session booked in.


If I order multiple courses will I receive any discount?

Yes, our bulk discounts are automatically applied to orders containing any combination of courses. We offer the following discounts on bulk purchases:


If you purchase 10+ courses you receive a 10% discount

If you purchase 50+ courses you receive a 20% discount

If you purchase 100+ courses you receive a 30% discount

If you purchase 500+ courses you receive a 40% discount


What payment options are available?

You can pay for our training using either a Debit or Credit card.

For companies ordering 5 or more courses, you’ll also be given the option to pay by invoice.  If you would like to pay by invoice for fewer than 5 courses then please contact our Sales Team by calling 0333 006 7000 or emailing us at sales@highspeedtraining.co.uk. 


Can I access the training material after I have completed my course?

Yes. You can use your username and password to log in and revisit the training material as many times as you like, even after completing the course.


Is there a time limit on completing the course?

No, we want our courses to work around you so there’s no time limit in which you must complete the training after making a purchase. You can also split your training over as many different sessions as you wish, as course progress is saved as you make your way through the training. You’re free to learn entirely at your own pace.


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