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Product Authenticity & Food Defence
A 1-day intermediate level course that deals with the various issues head-on to identify threats and areas of weakness within existing Food Safety Management Systems
Course Fee
£415 +VAT (per person)
Discounts available 2 places for £800 + VAT
All course fees are payable in advance.
Course Description
A 1-day intermediate level course that deals with the various issues head-on to identify threats and areas of weakness within existing Food Safety Management Systems. Knowledge of TACCP (Threat Assessment and Critical Control Points) and VACCP (Vulnerability Assessment and Critical Control Points is essential if you are to avoid the potential for food fraud throughout your supply chain.
This course has been specifically designed to assist you in meeting the requirements of various standards relating to product authenticity, including the BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety (Issue 9). You will also gain the knowledge and skills to conduct a Raw Material Vulnerability Assessment and will be guided through the methodology required in order to prevent intentional contamination of ingredients within your supply chain.
Duration
1 day
Who Should Attend?
Technical Managers, Quality Managers, New Product Development Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Quality Auditors, Technologists, Health & Safety Managers and similar roles
Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications are required but an understanding of food safety and HACCP management systems would be beneficial.
Course Delivery / Format
Classroom
Delivered face to face at our training centre in Skipton, North Yorkshire UK.
Directions to our training centre
Remote
Delivered Live and online so you'll require a computer and Internet connection
Full details and logging in information given before the start of the course
Course Structure & Content
| Section 1 |
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| Need for Threat and Vulnerability Assessment |
| Overview, Types of Attack and Attacker |
| HACCP, VACCP and TACCP |
| VACCP – Vulnerability Risk Assessment |
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| VACCP Exercises |
| Controls and Review |
| TACCP – Food Defence |
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| TACCP Process |
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| TACCP Reporting – using case studies from PAS96:2017 |
| Contingency Planning, Incident Response |
| Review & Maintenance |
| Q&A, Discussion |
Learning Outcomes
You will be aware of the potential types of attack and attackers to food industry products and systems. You will learn how to risk assess your company’s vulnerabilities and how to put measures in place to protect your products and systems.
Qualification / Assessment
There is no formal assessment on this course, but you will receive a Verner Wheelock certificate of attendance.
Course Fee
£415 +VAT (per person)
Discounts available 2 places for £800 + VAT
Course fee includes:
- Course binder and notes
- Lunch and refreshments*
- Verner Wheelock certificate of attendance
* Classroom courses only
Course FAQ
What is the Product Authenticity & Food Defence Course about?
This 1-day intermediate level course focuses on identifying threats and weaknesses within existing Food Safety Management Systems. It covers essential knowledge of TACCP (Threat Assessment and Critical Control Points) and VACCP (Vulnerability Assessment and Critical Control Points), aiming to prevent food fraud throughout the supply chain. The course also assists in meeting the requirements of various standards relating to product authenticity, including the BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety (Issue 9).
Who should attend this course?
Technical Managers, Quality Managers, New Product Development Managers, Supply Chain Managers, Quality Auditors, Technologists, Health & Safety Managers, and similar roles should attend. An understanding of food safety and HACCP management systems would be beneficial.
How is the course delivered, and what are the entry requirements?
The course is delivered either face-to-face at the training center in Skipton, North Yorkshire, UK, or remotely online. No formal qualifications are required, but an understanding of food safety and HACCP management systems would be beneficial.
What are the main topics covered in the course?
The course covers the need for Threat and Vulnerability Assessment, types of attack and attackers, HACCP, VACCP, and TACCP, Vulnerability Risk Assessment, Food Defence, TACCP Process, Threats to a Food Business Operation, Protection Measures, Contingency Planning, Incident Response, and Review & Maintenance.
What are the learning outcomes of the course?
Participants will be aware of potential types of attack and attackers to food industry products and systems. They will learn how to risk assess their company’s vulnerabilities and how to put measures in place to protect products and systems.
Is there an assessment or qualification for this course?
There is no formal assessment for this course, but attendees will receive a Verner Wheelock certificate of attendance, acknowledging their understanding of product authenticity and food defence.
What are the course fees, and what is included in the fee?
The course fee is £415 +VAT per person or £800 +VAT for 2 people. The fee includes a course binder and notes, lunch and refreshments for classroom courses, and a Verner Wheelock certificate of attendance.
Accreditation
Verner Wheelock
Great course, great venue and great teacher. It’s a breath of fresh air being trained by someone with relevant experience.
K.H. Compliance Assurance Manager Lactalis
Excellent course. Trainer clearly had a wealth of knowledge. Provided key information succinctly and backed it up with industry examples. Good mixture of structured learning and group exercises.
A.C. Scottish Sea Farms
