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New Allergen Laws

Allergen Management

New Allergen Laws are now being recommended because of the further death of 18-year-old Owen Carey.

The 18-year-old tragically died after suffering severe anaphylactic shock from eating a chicken burger marinated in buttermilk,  despite telling the restaurant he had a severe allergy to dairy (milk).

This story showcases the importance of communication and management of allergenic ingredients with all catering and front-of-house staff.

The importance of allergen management applies from the purchase of food ingredients  to preparation, storage, and final service to the customer.

The Food Standards Agency is now considering making the compulsory information of menu items that contain any of the 14 allergens to be declared on the menu or in a matrix format.

Allergen information given verbally by staff will no longer be legal. 

Allergen Management Support:

We are specialists in this area and can support you with:

  1. ·         Auditing your business and identifying areas you may not have considered.
  2. ·         We provide comprehensive training on allergen management to OFQUAL standards.
  3. ·         Assist your business in developing policies and procedures that meet all allergen ‘best practices’ and ‘due diligence’.
  4. ·         Identify and implement allergy incident management.

First Aid Considerations:

  • We provide First Aid Training on how to manage Anaphylactic Shock.
  • This can be on a classroom basis or virtually streamed to your device.

Complete Customer Hygiene Assurance

Blue Cloud Food Safety 'Gold' Award for Excellent Standards in Food Safety

We are delighted to announce we are now
'Associate Members to the Faculty of Public Health'

Your Business is our Passion!

So we are pleased to showcase our client:
Nicco Restaurant and Bar - Pride Park, Derby
who have achieved our
'Food Safety Gold Award'.

Our Awards are given to demonstrate the exceptional level of customer care given with respect to Food Hygiene and Safety.

"At Nicco Restaurant & Bar we always strive for perfection in every aspect of the business and with consultancy advice from Blue Cloud Training, this really helps make sure all health and safety guidelines are always followed to an extremely high level. We believe the kitchen and hygiene standards are just (or if not more!) important than the front of house standards and we are absolutely delighted to receive the 'Food Safety Gold Award' for exceptional level of customer care given with respect to Food Hygiene and Safety."
Sanj Kumar - CEO Nicco Restaurant


The Award is issued in accordance to the 'Catering Code of Best Practice', the advantage of which means your business is demonstrating the best model of food safety assurance possible.

Our clients operate a food safety management system which we develop and implement for our clients.

We provide a daily compliance diary so all of the HACCP and daily checks are in place.

We mentor and train the staff on these systems so everyone is working in a joined up approach.

Important Regulatory changes and Food Alerts are always included in our audits, and we have the skills and knowledge to foresee potential shortfalls that may reduce the client's Food Hygiene Rating.

We also give you a predicted Food Hygiene Rating score so you are always Inspection Ready!

We support with:

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Training - To Make your Team Exceptional!

One - Day Risk Assessment Course, including the invaluable skill of 'Dynamic Risk Assessments'.

Risk Assessment 1 Day Course including 'Dynamic Risk Assessments'

Join us for an exciting and informative one-day course on Risk Assessment, including the invaluable skill of 'Dynamic Risk Assessments'.

This event will be scheduled for your 'own school setting' or an alternative location to suit you.

During this course, you will learn practical techniques and strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in various scenarios. Our expert instructors will guide you through real-life examples, interactive exercises, and engaging discussions.

By the end of the day, you will have a solid understanding of risk assessment principles, be equipped with the knowledge to conduct effective risk assessments, and have the ability to adapt and respond to dynamic situations through dynamic risk assessments.

Whether you are new to risk assessment or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course is suitable for professionals from all education sectors. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your risk management capabilities and network with like-minded individuals. Register now to secure your spot!

Course Outcomes:

-How to undertake 'dynamic' Risk Assessments.
-How to complete Safety, Health and Welfare Risk Assessments.
-Understanding Hazards and Risks within the School Environment. 
-Understanding the process of  Risk Assessment - 
-Understanding the Hierarchy of Controls within Risk Assessment and how these apply to your own school environment
-Understanding simple methods to evaluate Risk.  
-Understanding the Law (The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 & The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and associated Regulations.)

Price :

( Early Bird Registration £75.00 + Vat before 31st March 2024)

Thereafter  £85.00 per learner + Vat.

All learners will receive  presentation file and exam entrance.

Group Bookings of 5+  learners from 1 school  will receive 10% off 

Outcomes:

You will use real case studies to develop your skills. 
The course will give you confidence to undertake Risk Assessments. 

To book :

  • Email: penny@bluecloudtraining.com

Certification:

Successful delegates will receive a Level 2 Award in Risk Assessment.

Our Accreditation:

Food Warning Alert!

Risk associated with plastic containers and utensils made with bamboo - advice for caterers and schools.

There is concern by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) of risks associated with plastic containers and utensils made with a combination of plastic and plant fillers. This is because of concerns that plant-based materials in plastic could trigger the migration of chemicals such as formaldehyde or melamine into foodstuffs above legal levels. The concerns relate to long-term impacts from regular use of such items and more research is required. It is thought it is unlikely that the initial use of these products will pose an immediate health risk.

What are the types of products affected?

Examples of plant-based materials found in plastic include bamboo, hemp, rice husks, or wheat straws.

Containers or utensils made solely from plant-based materials (without any plastic) are NOT included.

Identified easily as:

Having a smooth surface and have the feel of plastic.

Some products may have a recognisable logo which will help consumers to check whether it is an implicated article.

Commonly identified products made using plastic and plant-based materials.

Commonly identified products made using plastic containing bamboo and similar materials include: reusable drinking cups; tableware and cutlery; lunchboxes; and chopping boards.

Additional products include plates, bowls, and cups including some specifically marketed as crockery sets to infants and children.

Products containing plant-based materials which are being repeatedly exposed to hot or acidic foods or being microwaved carry the highest risk.

What action should you take?

  • Look at the product specification and the packaging of any plastic containers or utensils that you use.
  • Contact the manufacturer or supplier for more information.
  • Discontinue use any plastic containers or utensils containing plant-based materials until further advice is issued by the FSA

To obtain more information: CLICK HERE

Please note Our Guidance is not Official Guidance and we take no responsibility for consequential actions taken in terms of legal compliance or regulatory compliance for your business. As Chartered Environmental Health Practitioners within the Food Law Legal framework we would be happy to advise you further should you wish to get in touch on: penny@bluecloudtraining.com

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