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Allergen & Contaminant Control in Food Processing

A simple, practical introduction to controlling allergens and contaminants in food processing to help prevent cross-contact, contamination and food safety risks.
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Course Description

Food allergens and contaminants can create serious food safety risks if they are not properly controlled.
This short course provides a practical introduction to allergen and contaminant control in food processing. It explains how allergens and contaminants can enter food, how cross-contact can occur, and the everyday controls workers can use to help keep food safe.

What you will learn:

By the end of this course, you will understand:

  • Common food allergens and why they need to be controlled
  • Different types of food contamination
  • How allergens and contaminants can enter food during processing
  • How cross-contact and cross-contamination can occur
  • Good hygiene and handling practices
  • The importance of cleaning and separating products and equipment
  • How to follow workplace allergen and contamination controls
  • What to do if you identify a potential allergen or contamination issue

Duration
Approximately 1-2 hours

Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of all required components of the course, including lessons and quizzes, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion as recognition of your learning.

Entry and Equipment Requirements

There are no entry or equipment requirements for this course.

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