{"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cp\u003EThere are \u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/allergen-guidance-for-food-businesses/allergen-guidance-for-food-businesses\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u002214 Allergens\u0022\u003E14\u0026nbsp;allergens \u003C/a\u003Ethat are commonly communicated in the UK.\u00A0This includes nuts, milk, eggs and more. However, people can be allergic to a whole range of foods, including apples, kiwi and tomatoes.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EThe smallest amount of an allergen can cause a reaction (for example, cross-contact when toasting bread.)\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ESymptoms can range from mild discomfort to anaphylaxis and death.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EUnlike bacteria, allergens are not destroyed by heat. This means that there can be cross-contact contamination on cooking equipment, such as on grills, or from the use of the same frying oil. Only effective cleaning removes allergens from surfaces, equipment and hands.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003Ca style=\u0022mso-comment-reference: DB_1; mso-comment-date: 20260417T0916;\u0022\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://theallergyteam.com/bullying-and-food-allergies/\u0022\u003EChildren can be bullied due to food allergy\u003C/a\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-comment-continuation: 1;\u0022\u003E. \u003C/span\u003EPlan ahead to make sure food and drink options are inclusive, so everyone has access to safe and suitable choices.\u003C/p\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch4\u003ECore Principles\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAsk about allergies \u003C/strong\u003Efor any activity where food is being prepared and served. Use the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/programme-guidance/information-for-volunteers/general-activity-guidance/activity-information-form/\u0022\u003EActivity Information Form\u003C/a\u003E to collect allergen information. Make sure this information is up to date before each activity.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDesign menus\u003C/strong\u003E that consider allergens (for example only having breakfast cereals which are nut-free, controlling access to milk and providing dairy alternatives)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBuy food from reputable suppliers \u003C/strong\u003Eand keep a list of ingredients for each food item.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EUse good hygiene practices \u003C/strong\u003Eto reduce the risk of cross-contamination.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EKnow the ingredients \u003C/strong\u003Efor all dishes, including any \u2018may contain\u2019 statements.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMake an \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.food.gov.uk/sites/default/files/media/document/allergen-chart.pdf\u0022\u003Eallergy matrix\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Efor large-scale operations. Update this if there are any changes to the ingredients being used.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EShare processes \u003C/strong\u003Ewith anyone handling food. Knowledge can save lives.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022 style=\u0022mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECreate an\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/including-disabled-and-neurodivergent-people/planning-individual-support/\u0022\u003Eindividual support plan\u003C/a\u003E\u00A0\u003C/strong\u003Efor anyone with severe allergies. Get experienced support where needed.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch4 class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E1. Planning Before the Event\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003EIf someone has a severe food allergy, communicate beforehand that certain foods must not be brought to an activity (for example, a packed lunch for a hike).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMake and document an Allergen Management Plan:\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left: 54.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\u0022 class=\u0022MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E-\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003EIdentify safe menu options.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left: 54.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\u0022 class=\u0022MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E-\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003EPlan separate areas to prepare allergen-free meals.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left: 54.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\u0022 class=\u0022MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E-\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003EHave emergency medication (e.g auto-injectors) available, and a trained adult use them.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left: 54.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;\u0022 class=\u0022MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-ascii-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-hansi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos;\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan style=\u0022mso-list: Ignore;\u0022\u003E-\u003Cspan style=\u0022font: 7.0pt \u0027Times New Roman\u0027;\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C!--[endif]--\u003EAgree and communicate how you will identify participants with allergies. 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Antibacterial gels do not remove allergens.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EKeep packaging for all ingredients so that everyone can easily check the allergen information.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E3. Serving \u0026amp; Supervision\u003C/h4\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E\u003C!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003ELabel all food clearly at serving points. Use separate serving utensils for each dish.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003EBrief anyone serving food to never guess ingredients. They must check labels or ask the person who has cooked or prepared the food.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003ELet people check the packaging themselves before eating.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Ch4 class=\u0022MsoNormal\u0022\u003E4. 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