Considerations for Allergen Sampling and Analysis
This half day online course, led by one of our expert consultants, will outline the key considerations for anyone needing to sample and test for food allergens in products, ingredients and environmental samples.
Testing plays an important role in the management of allergens within a food business. It can be critical in supporting contamination investigations and the substantiation of label claims. In this course, we will give you the tools to ensure you are carrying out the right testing to provide the information you need, along with an awareness of the potential pitfalls.
Highly interactive, the course considers a range of scenarios where sampling and testing might be needed, covering key aspects of where and how to sample and which testing
Interested in allergen training for your team? Contact us today.
This course is ideal for anyone involved in allergen sampling and testing, for those that review testing data from suppliers or for anyone looking to refresh their knowledge.
The course covers the following topics:
Food allergy, intolerance and Coeliac disease
Regulated allergens
Key considerations for sampling including sample type, size and location
The importance of including a positive control
Different types of laboratory-based tests
Considerations and common challenges when commissioning allergen testing
Some pros and cons of factory-based tests
How to interpret your testing results
Applying uncertainty to results
Working in groups to interrogate results from testing
By the end of this course you will:
Know the differences between food hypersensitivities, such as allergies and intolerances
Understand the key considerations for successful sampling
Be aware of the different tests available and when to use them
Have knowledge of the potential challenges and watchouts around testing
Know how to interpret your results and decide on next steps
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
