This BRCGS-approved HARPC course delivers a clear understanding of the Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls approach, as required under FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) and incorporated into BRCGS standards.

Designed to complement existing HACCP knowledge, this course will help participants build, verify, and maintain HARPC-based food safety systems in alignment with BRCGS expectations and regulatory requirements.

Delivered live online using official BRCGS materials, this training is ideal for technical teams, site managers, and auditors seeking a deeper understanding of risk-based preventive controls in food and consumer product sectors.

🧠 What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand the differences and relationships between HACCP and HARPC

• Identify hazards and risk-based preventive controls in accordance with FSMA

• Develop a HARPC-based food safety plan and risk assessments

• Understand the expectations for BRCGS sites operating under HARPC principles

• Recognise the legal and audit implications of not having HARPC properly implemented

• Validate and verify HARPC controls and documentation

📦 Course Modules Include:

• Introduction to FSMA and HARPC principles

• Comparison of HACCP vs. HARPC

• Identifying and evaluating hazards

• Developing and implementing preventive controls

• Monitoring and verification

• Corrective actions and reanalysis

• HARPC documentation and audit expectations

🧑‍💻 Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

• Technical and Quality Managers

• Food Safety Team Leaders and members

• Internal Auditors and Compliance Staff

• Suppliers to BRCGS-certified or FSMA-regulated sites

• Consultants supporting HARPC and BRCGS implementation

🛠️ Pre-requisites

• A basic understanding of HACCP and general food safety principles

• No prior FSMA or HARPC experience is required

📜 Certification

25 Question Exam; Pass Mark 60%.

⚠️ Important Note

This course uses official BRCGS training content and is delivered only by an Approved Training Partner and Virtual Trainer (ATP/AVT). Successful completion ensures BRCGS-recognised participation and supports your site’s GFSI compliance and regulatory readiness.

❓Want to Train a Team?

Group sessions and organisation-specific delivery available on request. Contact us to schedule a private session or for corporate pricing.