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Food Allergen Awareness Training Online
£17.50 + £3.50 VAT
- Assured by RoSPA Qualifications
- Certified by CPD
- Audio voiceover
- Approximate course duration 1-2 hours
- Downloadable certificate on completion
- 100% online training
- No time limits
This Food Allergen Awareness Training online course gives learners the essential knowledge needed to identify the 14 food allergens, recognise common signs of an allergic reaction and understand how to reduce the risk of allergen-related incidents. It also explains the responsibilities of people working in food businesses and the steps they should take to protect customers from food allergens.
Our food allergen training is 100% online, giving you and your staff a flexible way to develop allergen awareness and learn how to handle, prepare and serve food safely. There are no fixed study times or deadlines, so learners can work through the course at their own pace and revisit the materials whenever needed.
The online food allergy training takes approximately 1 to 2 hours to complete. You can start learning straight away and, after successfully passing the online assessment, immediately download your food allergen certificate as evidence of completion.
Why is Allergen Awareness Training Important?
Food businesses have a legal responsibility to provide accurate allergen information and ensure the food they serve is safe for consumers. Food allergies can cause serious reactions, including potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Allergen Awareness training helps staff identify the 14 regulated food allergens, recognise signs of an allergic reaction and understand how to reduce the risk of allergen cross-contamination.
Who Needs Food Allergen Awareness Training?
Food allergen awareness training is suitable for anyone who prepares, handles, serves or sells food. It is particularly important for people working in hospitality and catering, where understanding allergens is essential for protecting customers.
This food allergen training is suitable for employees working in restaurants, cafés, bars, pubs, hotels, canteens, takeaways, mobile food businesses and other environments where food is prepared or served.
The course helps learners identify food allergens, prevent cross-contamination, provide accurate allergen information and understand how to respond if a customer experiences an allergic reaction.
Reviewed and approved by lead bodies
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has assured this training course through its Course Assurance scheme, providing independent recognition that the course content meets RoSPA’s standards for quality and relevance.
The course is also accredited by the CPD Certification Service and meets its Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
What will you learn from this Food Allergen Awareness Training?
At the end of the Food Allergen Awareness Training, you will be able to describe:
- What an allergy is and a range of things that people can be allergic to.
- The differences between food allergy, food intolerance and Coeliac’s disease.
- How many people have food allergies and how that is changing.
- The main symptoms of food allergy, including anaphylaxis.
- How to respond in an emergency.
- The requirements of the Food Information Regulations 2014 and Natasha’s Law.
- How to reduce the risk of cross-contamination.
Example Course Pages
Below are examples of slides from our Food Allergen Awareness Training course. The course content is designed to be clear, engaging and easy to follow, helping learners understand important food allergen information without unnecessary complexity.
(Click on the example screens below to view)
What does our Food Allergen Training cover?
Our Food Allergen Training covers four key topics:
1 – Introduction to allergens
The first topic defines what an allergy is and describes what happens in your body when you are exposed to an allergen. It identifies the types of things people can be allergic to. You will learn about the difference between food allergy, food intolerance and Coeliac’s disease. The topic also covers the prevalence of food allergies.
2 – Consequences of food allergies
The second topic identifies common allergy symptoms. It also describes what you should do in the event of anaphylaxis.
3 – Providing Allergen Information to Consumers
The third topic outlines UK food information regulations and the penalties for failure to comply with these regulations. It identifies how you should present information about pre-packed and non-pre-packed food to consumers. The topic also identifies 14 key allergens that you must inform consumers about.
4 – How to avoid cross-contamination
The final topic describes management strategies to reduce the risk of cross-contamination of allergens. It identifies staff training requirements. The topic also emphasises the importance of good storage, equipment cleaning and personal hygiene.
How is this Food Allergen Training assessed?
After completing the four course topics, learners take an online Food Allergen Awareness assessment. Questions are selected from question banks and vary between attempts, making the course suitable for both initial and refresher training.
There is no limit to the number of assessment attempts. If you do not pass first time, you will receive feedback on any incorrect answers and can revisit the course materials before trying again. This allows you to learn at your own pace and take the assessment when you feel ready.
Food Allergen Certificate
After successfully completing the Food Allergen Awareness Training and passing the online assessment, you can immediately download and print your Food Allergen certificate.
The certificate provides evidence that you have successfully completed the training and can be downloaded whenever you need a copy.
How long is a Food Allergen Certificate valid for?
Our Food Allergen Awareness certificate does not have a fixed expiry date. However, we recommend completing refresher training every 2 years to keep your knowledge up to date.
A recommended renewal date is included on your certificate as a reminder.
Course reviews
Our Food Allergen Awareness Training has received positive feedback from previous learners. Read our Food Allergen Course Reviews to see what customers say about their training experience.
Customer feedback helps us continually review and improve our online training while helping new learners decide whether the course is right for them.
Already completed the course? We’d appreciate your feedback. You can leave a review on Reviews.io or leave a review on Google.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK food business operators must make sure that staff receive appropriate training in managing allergens. Staff should know how to provide accurate allergen information, understand the risks of allergen cross-contamination and know how to prevent it when handling and preparing food.
Our Food Allergen Awareness Training helps staff develop the knowledge needed to manage food allergens safely and understand their responsibilities when providing allergen information to customers.
A food allergy involves the immune system and can cause symptoms ranging from mild reactions to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. Food intolerance does not involve the immune system in the same way and generally does not cause anaphylaxis. The differences between food allergy, food intolerance and Coeliac disease are covered during the course.
Yes. You can purchase Food Allergen Training for multiple members of staff, making the course suitable for restaurants, cafés, pubs, hotels, takeaways and other food businesses. Courses can be purchased in bulk, allowing businesses to provide consistent allergen awareness training across their teams.
Yes. After completing the Food Allergen Awareness Training and successfully passing the online assessment, you can immediately download and print your Food Allergen Certificate.
The certificate provides evidence that you have successfully completed the training and can be downloaded again whenever you need a copy.
Food allergen awareness should be kept up to date, particularly when legislation, workplace procedures or an employee’s responsibilities change. Although our Food Allergen certificate does not have a fixed expiry date, we recommend completing refresher training every 2 years to help keep knowledge current.
What is anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that requires urgent medical attention. Symptoms can develop quickly and may include difficulty breathing, swelling, dizziness and a sudden drop in blood pressure.
Food allergens that can trigger anaphylaxis include nuts, milk, eggs, fish and shellfish. Understanding the signs of a serious allergic reaction is particularly important for anyone who prepares, handles or serves food.
Our online Food Allergen Training explains the signs and symptoms of food allergies and anaphylaxis, as well as how to respond in an emergency.
Book Food Allergen Awareness Training Online
You can purchase our Food Allergen Awareness Training online and start learning straight away or at a time that suits you. Simply add the course to your basket and complete your purchase online.
There is no time limit for completing the course after purchase, giving you and your staff the flexibility to start when convenient. If you are purchasing training for multiple employees, you can also buy courses in bulk.
Other Online Food Hygiene & Allergy Courses
Alongside our Food Allergen Awareness Training, i2Comply offers a range of online food hygiene courses for individuals and businesses. Choose the appropriate level of food hygiene training below:
- Level 1 Food Hygiene and Safety Course
- Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety Course
- Level 3 Food Hygiene and Safety Course
We also provide online training in fire safety, health and social care, regulatory compliance and other workplace topics. View all online training courses.
Do you have a question about this Food Allergen Training?
If you have any questions about our Food Allergen Awareness Training, our team is here to help. Contact us for further information about the course, purchasing or training your staff.
You can also visit our Help & Knowledge Base for answers to common questions about our online courses, including course licences, payments and account settings.
Request an online training quote
Whether you are looking to train a small team or an entire business, we’re here to help. Let us know your online training requirements and we’ll provide you with a quote.
£17.50 + £3.50 VAT
Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
| No. of total licenses | % saving |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | - |
| 10 - 19 | 10% |
| 20 - 49 | 20% |
| 50 - 99 | 25% |
| 100 - 199 | 30% |
| 200 - 499 | 40% |
| 500 - 999 | 50% |
| 1000 + | 60% |
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