Food allergy, intolerance and other hypersensitivities represent a serious and growing issue
facing food industry. Approximately 15 million Americans, including one in every 13 children
reportedly suffer from food allergies. Undeclared food allergens represent a major food
safety hazard and the major cause of food recalls.
Food Allergen Fundamentals course, features speakers representing the food
industry, academia and regulatory agencies. It is designed for food industry personnel to
become familiar with the fundamental concepts of food allergy and food allergens,
provide current updates and review on FSMA regulation, sanitation, and allergen
preventive controls, as well as testing and strategies for managing allergens in a food
processing facility.