Allergen policy

Risk assessment

InspireU College will complete individual risk assessments for:

  • new learners with diagnosed allergies
  • learners newly diagnosed during enrolment
  • specific activities where allergens may be present
  • educational visits and residential trips

Risk assessments will consider:

  • food provided by the college
  • food provided by external venues
  • food brought onto site by others
  • airborne allergens
  • contact allergens
  • cooking and practical activities
  • animal-related activities
  • community-based learning and visits

Reasonable measures will be implemented to reduce identified risks while promoting learner inclusion and independence.