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Allergen Awareness


Allergen Awareness
$19.95
Certificate Valid For:  3 years
Available Languages:  English, Spanish
Completion Time:  1 hour

Course Overview

Skills You Will Achieve: Understanding Allergens, Cross-Contamination Prevention, Communication Protocols, Legal and Regulatory Compliance


About This Course


Discover the Power of Allergen Awareness!

At your operation, we believe that every dining experience should be as delightful as it is safe. That's why we've crafted a comprehensive Allergen Awareness program that transforms every team member into a guardian of your customers' well-being.

Beyond the Kitchen: A Collective Effort!

Ensuring an allergen-friendly meal isn't just a responsibility for our skilled chefs and servers. From the friendly voice taking reservations to the diligent cleanup crew, every role at your operation plays a crucial part in delivering a safe and enjoyable dining experience.

Knowledge is the Key!

TAP's Allergen Awareness training goes beyond the basics, covering cross-contact prevention, emergency response, and the profound impact of food allergies on customer health. We understand the importance of flexibility, so our program is designed to accommodate your team's schedule.

Certification That Matters!

Upon successful completion of your Allergen Awareness course and a 20-question exam, you can immediately download your prestigious Certificate of Achievement, valid for three years. TAP's certificates are not just proof of knowledge – they're watermarked for authenticity and instantly printable upon completing the course.

Empower Your Team, Delight Your Customers!

Invest in the safety and satisfaction of your patrons by enrolling your team in our Allergen Awareness program. Together, let's make every dining experience at your operation a memorable and worry-free occasion!

Enroll today to embark on a journey of culinary excellence and allergen-safe dining!


Course Facts


Elevate Your Culinary Expertise with Our Allergen Awareness Certificate!

Course Facts That Transform Your Knowledge:

Allergen Awareness Certificate: Unleash your potential with our specialized training, arming you with the knowledge to navigate allergen awareness in the culinary world. Your key to creating inclusive and safe dining experiences starts here!

Renewal Requirement: Stay at the forefront of allergen awareness! Renew your certification every 3 years, ensuring your commitment to providing a secure and inclusive dining environment.

Duration: Invest just 1 hour to acquire a certification that sets you apart. This streamlined course empowers you with the essential insights to handle allergens with confidence.

Learning Type: Embrace flexibility with 24/7 access to our 100% online training platform. Learn on your terms, whether it's day or night, and conquer the course at your own pace.

Course Structure: Navigate the course effortlessly with a structure designed to match your rhythm. Save your progress as you go, ensuring a seamless journey to certification that aligns with your schedule.

Course Updates: Stay in the know! Our commitment to excellence means that the course content is consistently updated, keeping you informed of the latest allergen awareness practices.

Embark on a culinary journey where inclusivity meets expertise. Enroll now and earn your Allergen Awareness Certificate, setting the standard for safe and welcoming dining experiences!


Topics Covered

Lesson 1: Food Allergen Awareness

Lesson 2: Examination




What You'll Learn

Elevate Your Allergen Expertise with Our Training Program!

Identify Key Food Allergens: Sharpen your knowledge by learning to recognize the primary food allergens, ensuring heightened awareness in your culinary journey.

Assess Cross-Contact Risks: Understand the potential risks associated with cross-contact involving food allergens, empowering you to maintain a safe and allergen-conscious environment.

Mitigate Cross-Contact Risks: Acquire practical strategies to mitigate the risk of cross-contact, implementing measures that enhance the safety of your culinary practices.

Effective Communication of Allergen Information: Establish clear and effective means to convey crucial details about food allergen components and allergen-free orders, fostering transparent communication with both colleagues and patrons.

Allergic Reaction Awareness: Hone your ability to detect early signs indicative of allergic reactions within the work environment. Learn to formulate swift and appropriate actions to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved.

Enroll in our comprehensive training program today and master each of these essential topics. Gain the skills and confidence needed to navigate the world of food allergies, creating a dining experience that prioritizes safety, communication, and culinary excellence!


Regulatory Information

Massachusetts became the first state to mandate comprehensive food allergen awareness requirements for retail food establishments. The Department of Public Health (DPH) regulates Food Allergen Awareness in the Retail Food Code, ,

  • Staff Training. The permit holder or designated person in charge must be trained in allergen awareness and must be on site during all operating hours. Per regulation, this person must train other staff members in allergen awareness according to their assigned duties. In order to ensure that a person in charge is on site during all operating hours, the owner or person in charge must designate and train an alternate person-in-charge to cover responsibilities during absences.
  • Display of a DPH-approved allergen awareness poster in employee areas.
  • Clear labeling on menus advising customers to notify servers of any food allergies.
  • Inclusion of allergen information on food labels.
  • accredited/certified by ANAB and includes allergen awareness content specified by FPP
  • Adherence to strict cleaning and sanitization protocols to prevent cross-contact with allergens.


ANAB ACCREDITED

27. TAP Series

Food Handler Course and Assessment

Allergen Awareness

1022

Rhode Island law

New Hamshire law


FAQs

Q: Is there a prerequisite for this course?

There are no mandatory prerequisites for the Allergen Awareness course.

Q: What are the Allergen Awareness requirements?

  • course: You must take the course and achieve a 70 percent or higher.
  • Examination: You must take the exam of 20 questions and pass with a score of 70 percent or higher.

Q: What is covered in the Allergen Awareness Certificate Course?

  • Understand food allergies and intolerances
  • Identify the Big 9 food allergies
  • What to discuss with customers
  • Know how to prevent cross-contact of foods
  • Understand what to do if a customer has an allergic reaction

Q: What is TAP’s Allergen Awareness Learner Needs Analysis (LNA)?

A Learner Needs Analysis (LNA) is a systematic process used in education and training to identify and understand the learning needs of a target audience. TAP’s Learner Allergen Awareness Training Needs Analysis for food workers was developed to meet Public Act 103-561 Section 410 ILCS 625/3.07 - and is accredited by the ANAB National Accreditation Board (ANAB) and approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health food allergy course. This analysis aimed to address the specific learning needs of food service industry professionals in preventing allergic reactions among customers as required by law:

  • Understanding Food Allergies and Intolerances: To differentiate between food allergies and food intolerances.
    • Definition of a food allergy.
    • Identification of symptoms associated with allergic reactions.
    • Awareness of the distinction between allergies and intolerances.
  • Roles in Allergy Prevention: To recognize the responsibilities of everyone in a restaurant regarding food allergy prevention.
    • The role of front-of-house staff, including servers and hosts.
    • Responsibilities of kitchen staff, such as chefs and cooks.
    • Importance of management in enforcing allergy protocols.
  • Safe Food Preparation for Allergies: To learn how to safely prepare food for customers with allergies.
    • Cross-contact risks and how to prevent them.
    • Proper handling of allergenic ingredients.
    • Labeling and communication practices.
  • Identifying Allergic Reactions: To recognize symptoms of an allergic reaction promptly.
    • Common signs of an allergic response.
    • Immediate steps to take when an allergic reaction occurs.
  • Major Food Allergens: To understand the primary food allergens.
    • Recognition of the nine major allergens:
      1. Milk
      2. Eggs
      3. Fish
      4. Crustaceans
      5. Tree nuts
      6. Wheat
      7. Peanuts
      8. Soybeans
      9. Sesame
    • Awareness of ingredients derived from these allergens.
  • Cleaning and Cross-Contact Prevention: To maintain a safe environment and prevent allergen contamination.
    • Proper cleaning methods to avoid cross-contact.
    • Handling shared utensils and surfaces.
    • Sanitization practices.
  • Effective Communication: To know when and how to communicate about allergens.
    • Guest communication: How to inquire about allergies.
    • Staff communication: Sharing allergy-related information.
  • Special Considerations: To address unique situations related to allergens.
    • Handling special dietary requests.
    • Emergency procedures during allergic reactions.
Remember, this training is essential for ensuring the safety of both customers and staff. By mastering these topics, food workers can contribute to a safer dining experience for everyone.