Food allergens
Since 1 November 2018, it's mandatory for public and private hospitals to report all cases of anaphylaxis presenting for treatment to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The procedure is then as follows:
- City of Melbourne receives anaphylaxis reports from DHHS.
- All allergen notifications are investigated by City of Melbourne.
- Prosecution is the likely outcome if a customer has declared their anaphylactic allergy to the business but still suffers a reaction.
You have a responsibility to your customers to be aware of the allergens present in the food you serve. This includes avoiding cross-contamination and providing accurate information about the food's ingredients.