VITAL 4.0 Training
Build confidence in allergen risk assessment with practical, job-ready skills. Choose face-to-face, virtual, or online delivery to fit your schedule and team.
VITAL 4.0 course
VITAL 4.0 course overview
";VITAL® allows food producers to assess the impact of allergen cross contact and provide appropriate precautionary allergen labelling on their products.Food allergens may be present in a food due to intentional inclusion as part of a recipe, allergens but may also be present due to unintentional cross-contact.
This can occur at any point in the supply chain due to the type of ingredients used or through the use of shared equipment and processes during manufacture. Even under conditions of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) cross-contact may be difficult to eliminate entirely, leading manufacturers to use precautionary advisory statements to advise allergic consumers.
VITAL® not only assists food producers in assessing the potential impact of allergen cross contact in each of their products but also specifies a particular precautionary allergen statement to be used according to the level of cross contact identified.VITAL® also provides for ongoing monitoring and verification of the risk assessment process to ensure any changes to the level of risk are acted upon without delay.
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This can occur at any point in the supply chain due to the type of ingredients used or through the use of shared equipment and processes during manufacture. Even under conditions of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) cross-contact may be difficult to eliminate entirely, leading manufacturers to use precautionary advisory statements to advise allergic consumers.
VITAL® not only assists food producers in assessing the potential impact of allergen cross contact in each of their products but also specifies a particular precautionary allergen statement to be used according to the level of cross contact identified.VITAL® also provides for ongoing monitoring and verification of the risk assessment process to ensure any changes to the level of risk are acted upon without delay.
What you will cover
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Key topics include digital tools at work, data basics, process improvement, quality and safety habits, communication in teams, and how to plan and track simple projects with clear metrics.
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Delivery Method
";This course is delivered via Virtual Classroom using and does not require any downloads, all participants will actively take part in group discussions and exercises.
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Virtual Classroom Participants will be sent an email from our learning management system and the trainer before the start of the course with a link to the online training course meeting. All you will have to do is click on the link and follow a couple of instructions (no downloads required). To ensure you are prepared on the day of training, we can conduct a practice IT trial before the course. All virtual participants are expected to actively participate throughout the duration of the course.
All participant will be enrolled on online VITAL Training portal on the Allergen Bureau a week before the training.
Benefits
This course is recognised by the Allergen Bureau.
Target Audience
People who are responsible for designing and implementing the VITAL allergen workplace risk assessment.
Learning Outcomes
Understanding Food Allergens and their impact on consumers
- Understand the differences between food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities
- Comprehend the severity and potential consequences of allergic reactions including anaphylaxis
- Meet Regulatory and Legal Compliance
- Gain practical knowledge of how cross-contact occurs during production, storage and services
- Understand the segragation of allergen containing and allergen free products
- Understand cleaning and sanitization protocols to mitigate cross-contact risks
- Learn how to assess risks in the supply chain, from raw materials to finished products
- Develop skills to identify allergen hotspots in fod preparation or production processes
- Gain insight into supplier verification programs to ensure allergen control upstream
- Labelling and communication
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prerequisites to attend?
No formal prerequisites are required. You should be comfortable using a computer, joining a video call, and following step-by-step instructions. If there is pre-work, we will email it to you before the workshop.
Is this workshop suitable for beginners?
Yes. We start with the basics and build up. You will get clear examples and guided practice. If you already have experience, you can move faster during exercises and Q&A.
Do I receive a certificate after completing the workshop?
Yes. You will receive a certificate of completion after you attend and finish the required activities for the session. If your organization needs specific wording, tell us during registration and we will confirm what we can provide.
What are the date, time, and delivery format?
This workshop is delivered online. After you register, we will send the schedule, time zone details, and the live session link. If a recording is included, we will share access instructions after the session.
What should I prepare, and what happens if I cannot attend live?
Bring a reliable internet connection, a laptop or desktop, and a quiet space for practice. If you cannot attend live, contact us as soon as possible to ask about rescheduling options, recording access, or transferring your seat (based on registration terms).