Next open date sessions:

• 9th Oct 2023

• 4th Jan 2024​

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Price:

• 1 space:  £345 (+ VAT for UK)

• 2 spaces:  £590 (+ VAT for UK)

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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. Participants will discuss activities which develop a culture to maintain compliance and review what is expected during the process of certification, including actions needed prior to, during and after the audit.

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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. 

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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.

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At the end of the course, participants will be assessed with an exam. This course is part of the BRCGS Professional recognition programme.

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At the end of the course participants will be able to: 

• 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