BRCGS Food Issue 8 to 9 Conversion course for sites - Online

This course will discuss the changes to the Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9 and reinforce understanding of the general principles of the requirements of the Standard for onsite application. Scroll to learn more...

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Course introduction

This course will discuss the changes to the Global Standard Food Safety Issue 9 and reinforce understanding of the general principles of the requirements of the Standard for onsite application. You'll discuss activities which develop a culture to maintain compliance and review what is expected during the process of certification, including actions needed before, during and after the audit.

Active learning will be used throughout the course utilising case study-based activities to encourage critical thinking and help explain how sites will implement the Standard.

In preparation for the course, participants must read and review a copy of the Standard including the glossary, which is available as a free download from the BRCGS Store, in addition to the pre-course materials provided. It is advised participants must have working knowledge of the Global Standard Food Safety Issue 8 and HACCP.

This course is developed in modules and formatted for virtual or face to face learning. This blended approach reinforces understanding with individual and group activities including case study exercises and a post course assessment.

 

Who is the course for?

Technical Managers and personnel (including those from retailing and manufacturing), Quality Managers and personnel, Operations Managers, Internal audit personnel, Importers and exporters of food products, and food service staff.

What will delegates take away?

This one-day course will prepare delegates for how to meet the revised requirements of the Standard.

Assessment: 25 Question Exam, pass mark 60%.

 

The syllabus includes

 
  • Explain what is required to comply with the requirements of the Standard
  • Identify and explain the changes to the Standard from Issue 8
  • Describe the scope of companies and products covered by the Standard
  • Describe what to expect from your BRCGS audit
  • Prepare for an audit to the Standard
  • Apply resource tools available for compliance and support from BRCGS.
 
The course can be delivered remotely via Zoom at a cost of £355 per delegate, or on site at a cost of £2,250 per day if there's a group that requires training. There's also a £30 exam/certificate fee per delegate.