UGA Offers Short Course On Avoiding Food Safety Surprises: In-Plant Control of Microbial Contamination for the Food Industry

DATE: June 8-9, 2010

LOCATION: University of Georgia Campus, Athens, Georgia

SUMMARY: Just what is sanitary design? How many samples should I take? What do my microbial results mean? This hands-on short course will teach participants to effectively control pathogenic microorganisms in a food processing facility through sanitary design, environmental, ingredient, and product sampling, statistical monitoring, and interpretation of microbiological data. A background in statistical analysis is not required.

What can I learn at this course?

  • To control pathogens and spoilage organisms in your plant/product
  • To learn about the elements of sanitary design
  • To develop science-based sampling plans for your ingredients and product
  • To understand the importance of statistical monitoring of quality/safety programs
  • To troubleshoot manufacturing problems
  • To provide documentation to verify a HACCP program
  • To sharpen decision-making skills based on analysis of information
  • To improve ability to meet or exceed customer specifications
  • To restart production after shut-down

Source: Refrigerated Foods Association