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Managing Specific Hazards

Introduction to Foodborne Viruses

Virtual | Instructor led

Ask Sonia Limited Course

Cost

£300 (+ VAT if based in UK)

Course resources, Exam/Assessment and Certificate included in the fee.

Duration

4 hours

1pm to 5pm (UK time)

Location

Online

*If you require Face-to-Face training, please contact us to discuss your need.

​Available public sessions

  • May 6, 2025

  • June 3, 2025

  • July 1st, 2025

  • July 22, 2025

If you wish to organise a private session, please contact us to discuss your need.​

Assessment

Interactive quizzes

Throughout the course.

A certificate of attendance will be sent via e-mail upon completion of the course, as well as a key facts summary sheet.

Course Summary

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to foodborne viruses, focusing on their properties, transmission, and impact on food safety. 


Designed for professionals at all levels, it covers detection methods, contamination risks, and prevention strategies to help businesses mitigate viral threats in food supply chains. 


Delivered by an industry expert, the course includes an interactive Q&A session for deeper insights. No prior knowledge is required.

Key learning objectives

  • Understand properties &classifications of foodborne viruses 

  • Explore transmission pathways

  • Learn strategies for detection, mitigation and prevention

​Who should attend

  • Technical managers

  • Food Business Operators (FBOs)

  • Individuals engaged in the production of foods, handling of foods, retail and hospitality sectors

​Pre-requisites

There are no entry requirements to this course.

Programme Outline

  • Properties and classifications of foodborne viruses

  • Exploring transmission pathways

  • Identifying symptoms

  • Understanding the mechanisms of viral contamination

  • Methods for detection of foodborne viruses

  • Strategies for control and prevention

  • Q&A – Ask the expert

Instructor credentials

This training course is delivered by qualified and experienced trainers.

This is our lovely team of trainers.

How to book and pay

You can book your space directly on the website. Go to the booking section, click on the session of your choice and follow the instructions to pay by card.​ VAT will not be added at checkout if you're booking from outside of the UK.

If you want to pay on invoice, simply email us! 

What happens once your space has been booked

Before the course

A few days before the course starts, participants are given access by email to the necessary pre-course information.


For online sessions, to ensure smooth participation, the delegates need to make sure before the course starts that they have a stable internet connection, a fully charged device, and a working camera and microphone.


If you have any questions at all in the run up to your course, feel free to get in touch.

During the course

At ASK SONIA, we’re all about creating a positive, interactive and impactful learning experience. 


To help foster an open and friendly yet professional group atmosphere during the online sessions - unless your tutor specifically instructs you otherwise - we ask that, as much as possible all participants keep their camera and microphone on throughout the course. This helps everyone engage, ask questions, and contribute to discussions. It’s all part of making our sessions dynamic, interactive, and personal, so that you get the most out of your training!


If you are unable to join at the very start of a session, please have the courtesy to inform your trainer or to email us.

After the course

If you would like to keep in touch with us after the course, we’d love that! If we can be of further advice, guidance or support with your professional project, we will be delighted. Ask Sonia Limited is a small business. We take great pride in our very personable and caring approach to professional training. So don’t be a stranger, and don’t be shy.

Cancellation and Refund Policy

We understand that sometimes life gets in the way, and we aim to be as flexible as possible. If you wish to reschedule your course, just send us an email as soon as possible. In most cases we are able and happy to move your booking at no extra cost. Where this might not be possible, we will discuss with you the options available in order to find the best solution to suit your needs.

View Terms & Conditions

Please note the following Course Specific Terms which supersede the General T&Cs. 

Cancellations & amendments: 


  • More than 20 calendar days before the course start date: No cancellation fee.

  • Cancellation 10-20 days before the course start date: 50% of the course fee will be charged.

  • Cancellation  less than 7 days before the course start date: 100% of the course fee will be charged.

  • Amendment requests will be accommodated subject to availability and may incur additional charges.

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