The Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, estimates that more than 11 million Americans suffer from food allergies. A food allergy can be a serious, sometimes life-threatening condition, and there is currently no known cure for food allergies. To help Americans avoid the risks posed by food allergens, the FDA requires food manufacturing facilities to implement allergen control plans. This course will introduce learners to the concept of allergen control and their role in carrying out allergen control plans. This course has been updated to reflect the 2023 addition of sesame to the FDA's major food allergen groups. This course is presented in English, Spanish and European French.