Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate Food Allergens 1

Question 1

How many major allergens are required to be declared on food labels under UK food law?

Accepted Answer

14

Answer

UK food law requires the declaration of 14 major allergens on food labels.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the 14 major allergens recognised in UK food law?

Accepted Answer

Corn (maize)

Answer

Corn (maize) is not one of the 14 major allergens; lupin, molluscs, and sesame seeds are all listed.

Question 3

"Natasha's Law," which came into force in October 2021, primarily relates to:

Accepted Answer

Allergen labelling for pre-packed for direct sale (PPDS) foods

Answer

Natasha's Law requires all PPDS foods to carry a full ingredients list with allergens emphasised.

Question 4

Which of the following cereals containing gluten must be declared as an allergen?

Accepted Answer

Wheat

Answer

Wheat is one of the cereals containing gluten that must be declared; rice, corn, and millet do not contain gluten.

Question 5

A customer asks if a dish contains nuts. What is the correct first response from a food handler?

Accepted Answer

Refer the customer to the manager or check documented allergen information

Answer

Food handlers must always refer allergen queries to a manager or check documented allergen information rather than guessing.

Level 2 Food Hygiene Practice Test