BRCGS Risk Assessment

In-Person, Virtual Learning8 hours

Course Overview

This course is to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of risk assessment and enable them to use different risk assessment models. This is particularly useful when implementing product safety management systems onsite, and when implementing the requirements of the BRC Global Standards.

Participants will receive an official BRCGS certificate, issued by BRCGS, after attending this training program.

This course is part of the BRCGS Professional recognition programme.

What this course covers

  • Introduction to Risk Assessment (RA) and Terminology

  • Hazard Identification

  • Risk Assessment in the Global Standards

  • Estimating the level of risk

  • Risk Assessment models

  • Control measures

  • Documenting Risk Assessments and Review

  • Work-based Course Assessment

An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

Assessment: Course assignment – risk assessment; Pass mark 75%.

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Course Objective

At the end of the program, learners will be able to: 

  • Understand risk assessment terminology 

  • Choose and use different risk assessment models for processes onsite 

  • Understand what BRC Global Standards expects from a thorough risk assessment 

 

Partners 

BRCGS is a market-leading global brand that helps build confidence in the supply chain. Our Global Standards for Food Safety, Packaging Materials, Storage and Distribution, Consumer Products, Agents and Brokers, Retail, Gluten Free, Plant-Based and Ethical Trading set the benchmark for good manufacturing practice, and help provide assurance to customers that your products are safe, legal and of high quality. https://www.brcgs.com/ 

 

Computer and Internet Connection: 

You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is recommended. 

Compatible Web Browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, IE Edge and higher 

 

Special Requirements

NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact your regional office one week prior to your class. 

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Participants must have their copy of the ISO 22000:2018 standard and ISO/TS 22002-1:2009 available for this training program. These can be purchased through the International Organization for Standardization and the Canadian Standards Association

An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

Who should Attend

The course is aimed at those responsible for the implementation of safety management systems in primary production companies, agribusiness, food manufacturers, transporters, food distributors, service providers linked to the food sector.

Prerequisites

An understanding of the application of HACCP principles is essential.

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