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Introduction to Food Safety & Defense
Protect food systems from cyber and physical threats with "Introduction to Food Safety & Defense." Learn how cybersecurity vulnerabilities can impact food supply chains, quality assurance systems, and public health. Participants will understand the importance of integrating digital security measures into traditional food defense strategies, helping organizations maintain robust, secure operations capable of resisting both cyber intrusions and intentional contamination threats.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the basic principles of food safety and potential threats to the food supply chain, including cyber threats that could compromise food processing and distribution systems.
- Learn about common foodborne hazards and their prevention.
- Understand the elements of a food safety plan (HACCP).
- Explore principles of food defense and intentional adulteration.
- Gain an overview of food safety regulations and standards.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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