Food Allergen Control Course
Study the topics and take the exam when you are ready.
Introduction
Introduction to allergen control training and learning objectives.
Introduction and regulatory framework
Main regulations concerning allergen information and consumer protection.
Fundamental concepts
Basic concepts concerning food allergies, intolerances and adverse reactions to food.
The 14 groups of substances causing allergies or intolerances
Identification of the 14 groups of substances that must be declared as allergens.
Where can allergens be found?
Identification of possible allergen sources in foods, ingredients, preparations and food establishments.
Consumer information
How to provide consumers with accurate information about allergens.
Practical allergen management in the food establishment
Organisation and procedures for controlling allergens during daily operations.
Cross-contamination by allergens
How to prevent the accidental transfer of allergens between foods, surfaces, utensils and equipment.
Cleaning and equipment control
Cleaning, disinfection and equipment control to reduce the risk of allergen cross-contamination.
Storage and organisation
Safe identification, organisation and storage of products containing allergens.
Suppliers and goods reception
Supplier control, receipt of products and verification of allergen information.
Internal allergen control procedure
Design and implementation of internal procedures to identify and control allergen-related risks.
Precautionary allergen labelling
Concepts related to precautionary statements concerning the possible presence of allergen traces.
Gluten
Characteristics of gluten, foods that may contain it and measures to prevent contamination.
Staff training and responsibilities
Training, duties and responsibilities of people working with food.
Assisting allergic consumers
Communication with consumers and responsible action when dealing with allergy-related requests.
Practical cases
Practical situations for applying knowledge about allergen management and prevention.
Daily control checklist
A checklist for verifying allergen control measures on a daily basis.
Course summary
Review of the main concepts, procedures and preventive measures covered in the course.
Regulatory and technical sources for the 2026 update
Main official and technical sources used to keep the course content up to date.