Dartmouth College
VerifiedYes, All ingredient information can be viewed "on-line' via mobile or desk-top applications.
All students with food allergies, are strongly encouraged to self-identify and ask questions concerning ingredients and food preparation.
1. We provide access to ingredient information for made-to-order* items. *Made-to-order - Meals that are prepared on request and to your specification in the dining hall. Examples include a sandwich station, omelet station, burrito station, etc.
Yes, All ingredient information can be viewed "on-line' via mobile or desk-top applications.
All students with food allergies are strongly encouraged to self-identify and ask questions concerning food ingredients and food preparation.
2. We provide access to ingredient information for self-serve* items. *Self-serve - Meals that are served buffet-style in a dining hall. These are typically high risk for cross-contact and are best avoided by diners with food allergies.
Proper procedures are continually reviewed with all staff in correct methods of preparation, to control chances of cross contact. Formal training classes are held on a yearly basis.
3. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in made-to-order areas.
Students with food allergies are encouraged to pre-order meals, or ask for food that has not been placed on serving. lines.
Signage is posted encourage to ask for assistance.
Pans are not over-filled, and disposed of, if cross-contact occurs.
Utensils are changed out frequently.
All students are reminded to use only utensils provided for specific pan
4. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in self-serve areas.
OrderIt app can be used to place orders for meals from several dining locations. More locations will start using in Fall'19.
5. We have pre-order meals* available. *Pre-order meals - Custom meals that can be ordered in advance by a diner so they are ready for pick up at a specific time. Typically these can be ordered online or by phone/text.
6. We have an allergy-friendly station*. *Allergy-friendly station - A food station where specific ingredients are banned, typically including many or all items in the Top 8 allergens and gluten.
Food allergies and intolerances The TOP 8. What is anaphylaxis Avoiding cross contact Labeling and signage Emergency procedures in case someone has an allergy reaction
7. We train dining services staff members.
8. We have a registered dietitian* on staff. *Registered dietitian - Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who are often tasked with helping students with food allergies navigate the dining halls.
Training for UGA's started Spring term '19 and will continue through fall '19 and Winter'20. Food allergies, food intolerances and sensitivities, Celiac Disease Top 8 allergen Signage and labeling in the dining halls Anaphylaxis Emergency procedures Cross contact Tips and suggestions for events serving food, in residence halls
9. We train our RA's.
Students should speak to their UGA's or Community Director about their specific situation or needs.
For medical disability, or chronic health need housing accommodations, students can contact either the Office of Residential Life or Student Accessibility Services for accommodation requests.
https://students.dartmouth.edu/residential-life/department/office-residential-life.
10. We have inclusive resident life programs* including food. *Inclusive resident life programs - Programs in the resident halls often include food. Inclusive resident life programs will offer students with food allergies the opportunity to request safe food alternatives for events they attend in the dorms.
11. We offer accommodations for roommate assignments. *Every accommodation request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. A housing accommodation cannot be guaranteed prior to an individual evaluation.
Office of Residential Life or Student Health Services
Food allergy, celiac disease or other dietary accommodation requests can be submitted by email, or by scheduling an appt. Services will vary form Student to student based on individual need.
12. Our disability office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests.
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All Dining Management staff is trained and certified to recognize anaphylaxis and administer epinephrine
13. We have stock, undesignated epinephrine* available for emergency response. *Stock, undesignated epinephrine - Epinephrine that is prescribed to a college or university rather than to a particular student. This epinephrine is kept on hand to use for any student that experiences anaphylaxis.
Campus EMS and local rescue and fire rescue all carry epinephrine.
14. Our campus emergency responders carry epinephrine.
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