i2 FAST proudly presents an information packed one day training course to assist the food and produce industry to manage their microbiology testing programme. 

A Basic Introduction to Microbiology Testing in the Food Industry  

10.00am to 3.30pm  - includes a tour of the laboratories 

Presented by Martin Lewis –  Principal Microbiologist at i2 FAST 

Venue : i2 FAST, Maxted House, Maxted Road, Hemel Hempstead, Herts. HP2 7DX 

Cost :
In-person: £335.00 plus VAT per delegate 
Online: £250.00 plus VAT per delegate

Includes refreshments, lunch and a tour of laboratory facilities 

To register, please click here 

The course is ideal for Technical and Quality Managers within the food and allied industries looking for guidance and information on the relevance of microbiology testing. 

Key areas covered: 

• Introduction to Microbiology and basic principles which are important in understanding Food Microbiology 

• Overview of specific micro-organisms of interest in general food safety 

• Background to sources of micro-organisms in food and risk management 

• Basic knowledge of sampling and swabbing techniques 

• How a laboratory undertakes microbiology testing – key factors to look out for and question 

• Understanding microbiology testing data with guidance on terminology, basic checks and guidance. 

• Understanding the updated BRC standard on microbiology test results. 

The course will be interactive enabling delegates to question and verify their understanding. A formal record of attendance and completion of the course will be provided to include in training records. 

To register, please click here

For further information contact sales@i2fast.com 

ACT now as there are only limited places available