The overall objectives of the BTSF Training Programme/Course on Production and trade of bivalve molluscs within and into the EU are to give participants:
- a good understanding of the risks posed by the consumption of bivalve molluscs
- the legislation that is intended to provide the basis for control of those risks
- the practical application of those controls
The course addresses the following topics:
- the requirements, practical application and challenges in classifying and monitoring production areas.
- the required treatment of bivalve molluscs.
- certification requirements in relation to movements within and into the EU.
- the general rules and controls applying to food business operators.
- the application of good practices to the application of the legislation.
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.
- Staff from competent authorities in EU Member States and selected non-EU countries.
- Officials who are, primarily, field inspectors implementing official controls of bivalves molluscs from classified production areas and control activities in the bivalves molluscs production chain.
- Officials who are at headquarters’ level involved in planning official controls and development of monitoring programme of bivalve molluscs from classified production areas and control and monitoring activities in the bivalves molluscs production chain.
| Session | Start Date | End Date | City | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 08/09/2025 | 12/09/2025 | Rennes | France |
| 2 | 13/04/2026 | 17/04/2026 | Vigo | Spain |
| 3 | 18/05/2026 | 22/05/2026 | Thessaloniki | Greece |
| 4 | 14/09/2026 | 18/09/2026 | Venice | Italy |
| 5 | DD/11/2026 | DD/11/2026 | Online | Online |