This qualification is aimed at building on a basic understanding of food safety, this qualification is intended to provide food 
handlers working in catering and retail, with the essential practical knowledge to enable them to 
assist in reducing the risk to customers, who are at risk from allergens.

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Qualification Awarding Body

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• Highfield Qualifications  - UK

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Entry Requirements

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• Age: 14 years or above

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Course Duration

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• Five (5) Hours

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​Modes of Study

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• Online

• Classroom

• In-House

• Blended

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Mode of Exam

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• Online

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Guidance on Assessment

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• Assessment Method : Multiple Choice Question

• No. of  Questions : 20

• Pass mark : 12/20 (60%)

• Duration : 45 Minutes

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​Course Content

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• Recognise the importance of providing accurate allergen information and the potential implications of failing to provide correct information to consumers

• Identify the common symptoms of allergic reactions and food intolerances

• Identify common food allergens and foods commonly causing intolerances​

• Recognise common sources and vehicles of contamination, and appropriate hygiene controls that food handlers should follow to prevent allergenic contamination in catering businesses

• Identify food allergen cross contamination hazards and controls at specific process steps from purchase to service

• Identify methods of locating accurate allergen information

• Recognise how allergen information can be provided effectively

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E-Assessment

The exam is conducted via Highfield E-assessment and is remotely invigilated online at your home or your workplace.​

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Exam Requirements

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• Photographic ID [ Passport / Driving Licence / National ID ]

• PC/Laptop - PC or Laptop running Windows 7 or higher, or a Mac running iOS X or higher

• Webcam

• Smartphone running Android 4.1 or IOS 8.0 with camera / video functionality.

• Good internet connection

• Personal email address

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Certification

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• Successful candidates receive a certificate from the Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance.

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