Impending legislation, driven by Benedict’s Law, will require most schools to make changes to on-site allergy management. Navigating these statutory obligations means schools must implement a whole-school allergy policy, ensure availability of spare adrenaline auto-injectors, and facilitate allergy training for all frontline staff. This is where The Safer Food Group provides critical support, acting as a trusted partner to educational institutions across the UK.

As established specialists in food safety and compliance training, The Safer Food Group delivers accredited, digital learning solutions, with a number of courses tailored specifically for the education sector. From standalone schools to large multi-academy trusts, colleges, and sixth forms, our scalable, flexible training fits into the busy workflow of a modern educational setting.

The Level 2 Schools Allergy Course

The pressing challenge for the upcoming academic year is school-wide allergen awareness. Traditionally, allergy management has focused on catering teams, leaving a blind spot across educational settings. Food in schools is not restricted to dining halls - so the risks of food allergies must be assessed throughout, including in classrooms, playgrounds, and after-school clubs.

In direct response to Benedict's Law, The Safer Food Group has developed the Level 2 Allergy Awareness for Schools course. This programme follows the training specification detailed in the government’s Allergy Safety in Schools (July 2026) statutory guidance, and is built on the reality that any staff member - whether a teacher, lunchtime supervisor, or administrator - could be the first responder in an anaphylactic emergency.

The curriculum moves beyond theory to provide actionable skills and knowledge, ensuring learners can:

• Identify hidden allergen risks and cross-contamination potential outside the dining hall.
• Spot the early signs of an allergic reaction or anaphylactic shock.
• Confidently activate emergency procedures and support medical interventions without hesitation.

Support for School Leaders

We recognise that managing compliance across an entire workforce can be a challenge. Our platform features learner tracking tools, allowing School Business Managers to distribute training, monitor staff progress, and maintain robust compliance records.

As you finalise your strategic planning for the upcoming academic year, ensure your team has the tools to protect your pupils. The Safer Food Group invites school leaders to access a complimentary trial of our Level 2 Schools Allergy course to evaluate the material and platform firsthand.

Contact our team to secure your trial and safeguard your school community.