Using reference doses for precautionary allergen labelling
This half day online course, led by one of our expert consultants, will delve into the use of reference doses (e.g. VITAL) and consider how they can be used when deciding whether to display precautionary allergen labelling.
We will explore the different situations in which this approach can be adopted and consider some of the common stumbling blocks we see businesses encounter. We discuss the legal requirements for allergen labelling and the key aspects of allergen risk analysis, highlighting when the use of precautionary labelling should be considered.
Delegates will then be invited to apply their new knowledge during an interactive exercise designed to help cement the learnings from the course.
Interested in allergen training for your team? Contact us today.
This course is ideal for those involved in allergen risk analysis and in the decision-making process around whether precautionary allergen labelling should be used. This course is also beneficial to those who may need to review how other businesses have taken decisions to apply precautionary labelling, such as suppliers.
The course includes the following topics:
Introduce reference doses
Food allergy, intolerance and Coeliac disease
Regulated allergens
Different types of reference doses and the clinical data used
Labelling regulations
How reference doses fit into the regulation
Introduction to Risk Analysis
Residual risk and PAL
Sampling and testing
Challenges and mistakes
Looking at three different scenarios and working through examples
Working in groups to complete an additional scenario
By the end of this course, you will:
Know the legal requirements around allergen labelling
Be aware of the basics of allergen risk analysis and how this links to precautionary allergen labelling
Understand how reference doses such as VITAL can be used to support decisions about precautionary labelling
Know the different situations in which using reference doses are appropriate
Be aware of the challenges and be able to avoid the common errors made when using the approach
Learn from the best in the industry. Our diverse team of highly experienced subject matter experts are passionate about sharing their knowledge with you.
We offer bespoke in-house training solutions to you and your organisation. Contact an expert today to talk about your team and your specific requirements.
We offer a number of discounts and specials offers on our training courses including Group booking, NHS and Seasonal discounts.
At RSSL, we're passionate about sharing our expertise and nurturing the next generation of food industry professionals. With the safety of the consumer at the heart of everything we do, we strive to be at the forefront in our allergen services, and to support our clients in tackling the challenges they face effectively.
More than 20 years of experience in providing allergen support to the food industry
Courses and consulting led by highly experienced experts
On-site support, supplier assessments, policy reviews
Both off-the-shelf and bespoke training packages available
Small-group training adjusted to individual learning styles and needs
