Microbiological Criteria of Foods – Commission Regulation 2073/2005
Why attend?
The European Communities Regulation 2073/2005 on microbiological criteria of foodstuffs is applicable to food businesses since January 2006. This regulation sets out microbiological criteria for foodstuffs, applying to all food business involved in the production, handling, and distribution of food including retailers and caterers. This training course aims to enable food business operators to gain a comprehensive understanding of the regulation requirements with a view to its application in their own business.
Who should attend?
Those working in the Technical, Quality, Production and Research & Development areas. Participants should have a third level qualification in food science or a related discipline, together with practical experience in a technical role within a food business.
Course Content
This 2-day training workshop will address the following topics:
- Rationale for microbiological testing
- Legal basis and requirements of regulation 2073/2005
- Shelf life requirements of high risk ready to eat foods
- Pathogens including Listeria monocytogenes & emerging biological hazards
- Microbiological sampling plans
- Integration of microbiological criteria in HACCP systems
Course Tutors
The training course will be delivered by personnel from the Ashtown Food Research Centre, Teagasc (formerly The National Food Centre) and invited external specialists.
Assessment / Certification
Assessment is by means of a written examination and submission of a work related project within 6 weeks following completion of the course. Successful participants will be awarded a FETAC certificate.
Grants
Ashtown Food Research Centre, Teagasc is a FÁS registered training organisation and is recognised by Enterprise Ireland and other national organisations. Funding may be available for the course. Please contact us for details.
Course Venue, Duration, Dates & Fees
See the current training schedule.
Booking Information
For further information on booking a place on this course, please complete this online booking form.
