Managing Food Allergies in Schools

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About Course

Food allergies are common in children and reactions can be life-threatening. Learn how schools, nurseries and their caterers can work together to keep pupils with allergies safe – from healthcare plans and allergen information to catering controls, trips and events, recognising reactions and using adrenaline auto-injectors.

This course provides general food safety awareness only. It does not replace your local authority’s advice, your food safety management system or accredited food hygiene training, and it is not legal advice. Rules can differ between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It is not medical advice.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand roles and responsibilities for pupils with food allergies Apply allergen controls in school catering, including PPDS rules Plan safely for trips, parties, cookery lessons and events Recognise allergic reactions and respond quickly

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Responsibilities and planning
  • Catering and food in school
  • Recognising and responding to reactions

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

Final Assessment

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