The overall objectives of the BTSF Training Programme/Course on Food Improvement Agents are:
- How to apply the harmonised regulation, theoretical and practical training regarding common aspects to every type of FIA,
- How to apply quantum satis and carry over principles, and specific modules addressing respectively food additives, flavourings and enzymes.
- Understanding EU regulations and guidelines on food improvement agents and inspection practices
- informing regulatory and control authorities about the new approach enacted for the evaluation, authorisation and control of food additives, flavourings and enzymes.
The course addresses the following topics:
- Module A.1 Common aspects applicable to food additives, flavourings and enzymes
- Module A.2 EU provisions on food additives
- Module A.3 EU provisions on food flavourings
- Module A.4 EU provisions on food enzymes
This Training Programme has been designed for the profiles and positions described below. Please verify compliance with the selection criteria before submitting or validating applications.
- Relevant technical background: participants should preferably have the necessary knowledge in the relevant legislation and controls of food improvement agents
- Relevancy to daily work: participants should, in priority, be staff of the competent authorities and be involved in the control of food products as field inspector or regulatory officer .
- Sufficient level of English language: in order to ensure the transfer of knowledge and opportunities to exchange views, participants should master the language of the training session for which they applied;
- Ability to share their experience: priority will be given to participants whose position will allow them to share with colleagues the outputs of the training sessions
| Session | Start Date | End Date | City | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session | Start Date | End Date | City | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 25/03/2024 | 29/03/2024 | Athens | Greece |
| 13 | 22/07/2024 | 26/07/2024 | Valencia | Spain |
| 14 | 02/09/2024 | 06/09/2024 | Warsaw | Poland |
| 15 | 14/10/2024 | 18/10/2024 | Budapest | Hungary |
| 16 | 02/12/2024 | 06/12/2024 | Athens | Greece |
| 17 | 13/01/2025 | 17/01/2025 | St. Julian's | Malta |
| 12R | 03/02/2025 | 07/02/2025 | Athens | Greece |
| 18 | 24/03/2025 | 28/03/2025 | Athens | Greece |
| 19 | 19/05/2025 | 23/05/2025 | Warsaw | Poland |
| 20 | 23/06/2025 | 27/06/2025 | Riga | Latvia |