VITAL® 4.0
Training

BVAQ are endorsed by the Allergen Bureau to deliver VITAL® Program training, and has been delivering this training since 2013. 

VITAL^® 4.0

Latest version released August 2024.

The VITAL® Program is a quantitative risk-based approach for food producers to assess the impact of allergen cross-contact and supports the appropriate use of precautionary allergen labelling.

VITAL® 4.0, released in August 2024 includes:

• New FAO/WHO ED₀₅ based Reference Doses
• New Risk Management Value for Mollusc
• Addition of Dutch legislated values
• Addition of Canadian jurisdiction
• VITAL 3.0 ED₀₁ addition to action level grid
• Updates to the online calculator functionality

BVAQ are endorsed by the Allergen Bureau to deliver VITAL® Program training and has been delivering this training since 2013. BVAQ’s experienced facilitator has a professional and down-to-earth style that incorporates real-life scenarios to ensure the training is relevant to you and your workplace.

WHAT AREAS WILL THE TRAINING COVER?

• General Food Allergy, Labelling and Analysis
• Principles of allergen management, including the use of the Allergen Risk Review Website
• VITAL^®4.0 Theory and the Scientific Approach
• The context in which it should be used, its application for raw materials, goods for further processing and finished products
• Use of VITAL^®4.0 as a risk assessment and management tool
• Practical examples to work through using the VITAL^®4.0 Online Calculator

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS COURSE?

Individuals working in food service and food manufacturing facilities involved in:

• Operations/production
• Production scheduling
• Food safety and QA managers
• Research and Development personnel.

The principles of risk profiling and allergen management are applicable to the broader food industry, incorporating raw material providers, manufacturers, co-packers, traders, food service and retailers.

2024 TRAINING DATES

*Minimum numbers apply.

SPECIALISED GROUP TRAINING
*On-site or virtual group training options are available. Cost-effective option for larger groups. Personalised to meet your specific business needs.

FEES

• Virtual Training - $560 (ex GST)
• Specialised Group Training - contact BVAQ for more information (Minimum numbers apply.)
• Allergen Bureau member discount available
   

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jasmine Lacis-Lee
Jasmine.Lacis-Lee@bvaq.com
(03) 8371 7600
 

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