Under the UK's Food Safety Laws and the EU's food regulations, all food producers and suppliers are legally required to implement robust allergen management and control measures throughout their food production processes. This obligation requires food companies to adopt comprehensive management of allergens to prevent cross-contamination and ensure consumer safety. Failure to comply can result in severe consequences including prosecution, substantial fines, and even imprisonment. In addition, businesses without proper allergen management may face compulsory product recalls, which are highly damaging to brand reputation and consumer trust.
This certified training program is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for managing and controlling allergens in food production. You will gain an in-depth understanding of allergen risks, regulatory requirements, and best practices for developing and implementing effective allergen control strategies. This program will equip you with the tools needed to ensure food safety, protect consumers, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
Throughout the program, you will delve into critical areas such as allergen risk assessment, where you will learn methods for identifying and prioritizing allergen hazards. You will delve into the full spectrum of allergen management, from identifying potential allergen risks in the supply chain to implementing stringent control measures in production processes. The program will further cover key topics like regulatory labelling requirements, effective communication of allergen information, and strategies for preventing cross-contamination in food production environments.
The program will also offer in-depth guidance on managing suppliers, ensuring their adherence to allergen controls, and conducting comprehensive audits. You will gain expertise in advanced areas such as allergen testing, validation, and continuous verification, all crucial for maintaining rigorous safety and compliance standards. Additionally, the program will equip you to effectively manage allergen-related incidents, including the development of response procedures, execution of product recalls, and strategic stakeholder communication. Finally, you will learn to implement continuous improvement practices through systematic monitoring, internal audits, and the application of insights to strengthen your allergen management system.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production certification. This certification will elevate your professional credentials and demonstrate your expertise in managing allergen risks in food production, ensuring the safety of your products and compliance with all relevant regulations. This industry-recognized certification holds lifelong validity and will serve as a testament to your expertise and dedication to excellence in the field of food safety.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 2 days of instructor-led live program and in-depth insights into effectively managing and controlling allergens in food production, from allergen risk management to ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Attain the industry-recognized Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production certification. This certification will offer a testament to your expertise in establishing a comprehensive compliance framework, ensuring your food production processes adhere to rigorous allergen management controls and meet the relevant regulations across the food production sector in the EU and UK.
- Gain insights from impactful case studies and industry-leading best practices to develop and implement robust allergen control strategies. This will enable you to ensure food safety, safeguard consumers, and maintain compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at [email protected] or call us at
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
Food companies in the UK and EU that lack proper allergen management and control face severe violations and penalties, including fines reaching £200,000 per incident. In the EU, allergens are responsible for over 50% of all food recalls, highlighting the critical nature of compliance. Failure to adhere to allergen regulations not only risks legal action but also damages consumer trust, potentially leading to significant financial losses. In the UK, allergen-related non-compliance can result in criminal charges, emphasizing the importance of stringent allergen control measures to avoid costly repercussions.
This certified program will help you to enhance your allergen management practices, from risk assessment to regulatory compliance. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of allergen management in food production, including an in-depth exploration of allergen definitions, common food allergens, and the regulatory requirements for managing them. The program also covers crucial aspects such as identifying allergen hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing Precautionary Allergen Labeling (PAL) to prevent cross-contamination.
Throughout the program, you will delve into the full spectrum of allergen management, from identifying potential allergen risks in the supply chain to implementing stringent control measures in production processes. This program further explores the legal intricacies of allergen labeling, ensuring compliance with market-specific regulations and effective consumer communication. In addition, it addresses critical practices for cross-contamination prevention, supplier management, and conducting thorough audits to maintain supplier compliance. The program also provides insights into allergen testing methods, validation procedures, and continuous compliance verification.
Upon successful completion, you will receive the Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production certification, signifying your advanced skills and comprehensive understanding in developing legally compliant allergen management protocols. This industry-recognized certification will not only elevate your professional credentials but also underscore your commitment to upholding the highest standards of food safety and regulatory compliance within the EU and UK markets.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Allergen Risk Assessment
- Precautionary Allergen Labeling (PAL)
- Food Information for Consumers (FIC) Regulation
- Cross-Contamination Prevention
- Allergen Control Plan
- Regulatory Compliance
- Action Levels
- Supplier Approval Process
- Reference Doses
- Risk Analysis
- Food Safety Standards
- Allergen Testing & Validation Methods
- Consumer Communication
- Supplier Audit and Compliance
- Documentation and Record-Keeping
- Cleaning Protocols
- Internal Audits
- Allergen-Aware Culture
- Incident Response Procedures
- Allergen Labeling Regulations
- Allergen Incident Response
- Recall Planning and Execution Procedures
- Allergen Mapping
- Product Reformulation
- Contamination Monitoring
- Allergen Thresholds
- Traceability Systems
- Recall Procedures
- Crisis Management
Your Faculty Director
Delia Baban brings an impressive 20 years of experience of food safety leadership in the food industry. As the current Technical Director at Sasco Sauces, she leads product development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Her expertise extends to process optimization, team leadership, and championing sustainability practices in manufacturing.
Throughout her career, Delia has held key positions such as Technical Manager, Food Safety Consultant, and Food Safety and Quality Projects Manager at renowned food companies. Her responsibilities have included managing QMS, HACCP plans, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with global food safety standards. With a strong background in chemistry and quality control, Delia holds title of BRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standards) Professional alongside being an Approved Food Safety Training Partner and Lead Auditor for BRCGS.
Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production Program Agenda
How You Will Benefit
- Comprehensive Allergen Management Understanding: Gain in-depth knowledge of allergen identification, symptoms, and regulatory compliance in the EU/UK food industry.
- Advanced Risk Assessment Skills: Develop techniques to identify allergen hazards and prioritize risks for more effective management.
- Robust Allergen Control Plan Creation: Master the development of comprehensive allergen control plans, including documentation and action levels.
- Accurate Allergen Labeling: Learn to ensure compliance with market-specific labeling regulations for improved product labeling and communication.
- Effective Cross-Contamination Prevention: Implement measures to identify sources, establish controls, and validate cleaning protocols to prevent cross-contact.
- Enhanced Supplier Management: Strengthen your ability to select, approve, and audit suppliers to ensure robust allergen controls.
- Comprehensive Employee Training Programs: Design effective training programs that foster an allergen-aware culture within your organization.
- Appropriate Allergen Testing and Validation: Select and apply the best allergen testing methods and validation procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Preparedness for Allergen Incidents: Develop and implement effective incident management and recall procedures for swift response.
- Regular Internal Audits and Monitoring: Conduct thorough audits and continuous monitoring to identify improvements and enhance control measures.
Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certified Allergen Management and Control in Food Production certification that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally demanded and recognized, this certification will enhance your professional qualifications and showcase your expertise in navigating the complexities of allergen management protocols. It will also affirm your ability to establish a robust compliance framework, ensuring that your food production processes align with the relevant regulations across the EU and UK food production sector. Developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, the content of this program has been independently accredited by CPD Certification Service as adhering to the highest standards of continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
United Kingdom and EU
Dates: 24 - 25 Mar 2025
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central European Time (CET)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 17 Jan 2025 | By 28 Feb 2025 | After 28 Feb 2025 | |
| EU Delegates | EUR 1,295 | EUR 1,495 | EUR 1,595 |
| UK Delegates | GBP 1,095 | GBP 1,295 | GBP 1,395 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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