Rhode Island Food Allergies What You Need to Know Poster

Peanuts Tree nuts Fish Shellsh Eggs Milk Wheat Soy	Sesame	
What you need to know
Food A llergies	
If a guest has an
allergic reaction,
tell the manager and call 911!	
Millions of people have food allergies that 
can range from mild to life-threatening.
Let the guest decide
When a guest tells you someone in their party has a 
food allergy, follow the 4 Rs:
• Refer the food allergy concern to the chef, manager, or person in charge
• Review the food allergy with the guest and check ingredient labels
• Remember to check the preparation procedure for potential cross-contact
• Respond to the guest and tell them what you found out Avoid cross-contact
Cross	
-contact sources include cooking oils, splatter, and steam from cooking foods.
When these items come in contact with food allergens, wash them 
thoroughly in hot, soapy water:	
• All utensils (spoons, knives, spatulas, tongs, etc.)
• Sheets pans, pots, pans
• Fryers and grills	
Most common food allergens	
Rhode Island Department of Health, Center for Food Protection
For more information, call 401-222-2750	ADAPTED FROM
THE FOOD ALLERGY &
ANAPHYLAXIS NETWORK JANUARY 2023