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Course Overview
Our Food Allergens Basics e-learning course is designed to provide essential knowledge on food allergens, their potential risks, and safe handling practices. This course covers the fundamentals of allergen awareness, helping food industry professionals understand how to prevent allergen cross-contamination and protect consumers. The flexible online format allows learners to complete the course at their own pace, ensuring a thorough understanding of allergen management in food service and handling environments.

Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for:

  • Food handlers, kitchen staff, and food service employees responsible for preparing and serving food.
  • Organisations seeking to meet allergen awareness training requirements for staff.
  • Individuals in the food industry looking to develop a basic understanding of food allergen management and safe practices.
Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will:

  • Identify common food allergens and understand their impact on consumer health.
  • Recognise the importance of accurate allergen information and labelling.
  • Implement best practices for preventing allergen cross-contamination.
  • Understand legal requirements related to allergen management in food handling and service.
Course Content

Course Content
The Food Allergens Basics e-learning course includes the following modules:

  1. Introduction to Food Allergens – Overview of food allergens and their potential health impacts.
  2. Common Food Allergens – Identifying the 14 main allergens and understanding their risks.
  3. Cross-Contamination Prevention – Best practices for preventing allergen contamination in food preparation areas.
  4. Allergen Information and Labelling – Legal requirements and accurate communication of allergen information to customers.
Course Duration

Course Duration
The e-learning module is self-paced, allowing learners to complete it at their convenience. The course typically takes 1-2 hours to finish.

Assessment & Certification

Assessment and Certification
Participants are assessed through interactive quizzes and a final online test. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a Food Allergens Basics Certificate of Completion, recognised as meeting basic allergen awareness training requirements.

Additional Information

Additional Information
For further details or to enquire about group bookings, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@carraigsafety.ie
  • Phone: 01 6293852
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