The overall objective of the BTSF Training Programme/Course on BTSF non-EU Sub-regional WS on CODEX Alimentarius is to strengthen the capacity of Member countries to participate actively in the work of the Codex Alimentarius Commission and its subsidiary bodies.
- Enhancing the understanding of the participants on the international trading system in agri-food products (WTO, SPS) and the role of international standard-setting bodies, with particular focus on the work of Codex.
- Strengthening the capacity of countries to participate actively in the development and implementation of standards by the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC) and its subsidiary bodies.
- Explaining the organization, management and procedures of Codex bodies.
- Supporting the establishment in participating countries of a strong, solid and sustainable national capacity to engage in Codex.
- Supporting the use and relevance of Codex standards, guidelines and codes of practice by countries in the region as an essential component of a science- and rule-based food safety system.
The course addresses the following topics:
- History and objectives of the Codex Alimentarius
- Organisation of the Codex Aliemntarius
- Elaboration and promotion of Codex standards
- Application of risk analysis
- Effective participation to the Codex meetings
- Proper use of Codex resources
- Specific Codex Committees such as the CCPR, CCCF, CCFA, etc.
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.
- This Training Programme has been designed primarily for Codex Alimentarius member countries National Contact Points.
| Session | Start Date | End Date | City | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 01/10/2025 | 03/10/2025 | Nairobi | Kenya |
| 2 | 26/05/2026 | 28/05/2026 | Montevideo | Uruguay |