Course overview
We will also explore considerations in the Assessment and Interpretation of Results.
We will look at the common techniques used in contaminant and residue’s detection and measurement.
Understanding contaminants and pesticide risks
Understanding contaminants and pesticide risks training course
29th September 2026 | 09:30 - 11:30 | 12:00 with assessment
This online training course introduces the food contaminants & pesticides regulatory framework that govern their detection in food. Participants will explore the types of chemical contaminants that can be present in food, along with their potential health impacts, covered by maximum limits (MLs) in GB & EU regulation. Accompanied by a concise overview of the regulatory framework for pesticide residues, Maximum Residue Levels (MRLs).
What is it about?
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- GB and EU Food contaminants and pesticides regulations for food
- Assessment of foods
- Types of chemical contaminants
- Health impacts of contaminants
- Analytical techniques
- Maximum residue limits (MRLs)
- Interpretation of results
Who should attend?
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- Technical Managers
- Quality Managers
- Technical team members
- Quality Assurance staff
- All those involved in the evaluation, and monitoring of contaminants and pesticides in the food industry
- Auditors who may wish to refresh their knowledge
Key benefits
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- Understanding contaminant and pesticide regulations is essential to ensure legal compliance
- Key knowledge for food safety
- Supports compliance with legal and industry standards
- Brand protection
- Understanding results accurately helps prevent costly errors and ensures informed decision making
Previous knowledge needed
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- No previous knowledge required
Your trainers
Francis O'Connor | Food Chemistry Consultant | Eurofins Food Testing UK Ltd.
How to book
When upcoming dates are available, this course can be booked with or without assessment via Eurofins Food Assurance UK’s booking page links below.
If no dates are currently listed, the course may be available on request (subject to minimum numbers).
29th September 2026 | 09:30 - 11:30 | 12:00 with assessment
If a listed date has passed, the course may still be available on request (subject to minimum numbers).
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