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Dubai 5 October 2026
Training Programme

Course on Ensuring the Safety of Meat, Poultry and Fish (Online / Remote)

1Summary

The "Ensuring the Safety of Meat, Poultry and Fish" course is a specialized training program aimed at providing comprehensive knowledge and skills to ensure the safety of these essential food products. In light of growing global concerns over food safety, this course focuses on inspecting and evaluating meat, poultry, and fish using international and health standards to ensure they are free from contaminants and health risks. The Arab British Fellowship Training Academy offers this course using a modern scientific methodology that includes product inspection, proper handling and storage methods, and the application of health and environmental regulations.

This course targets all workers in the food industry, including quality control officers and public health specialists, by equipping them with the knowledge needed to reduce risks associated with consuming these products. Participants will learn how to properly inspect and ensure the safety of meat, poultry, and fish, as well as the importance of proper handling to maintain their quality and safety throughout processing and transport. The course helps raise awareness about the dangers of unsafe products and their effects on public health, promoting adherence to health and environmental standards both locally and internationally.

2Objectives and target group

Who Should Attend?

  • Quality control workers in the meat, poultry, and fish industries.
  • Specialists in public health and food safety.
  • Employees of regulatory and administrative bodies in food institutions.
  • Anyone interested in developing skills in food safety.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

  • Gain the knowledge required to ensure the safety of meat, poultry, and fish.
  • Learn how to inspect and evaluate food products such as meat, poultry, and fish.
  • Enhance inspection and testing skills to ensure products meet health standards.
  • Gain accurate knowledge on how to handle products to maintain their quality and safety.
  • Raise awareness about the importance of global health standards and their application to food products.

3Course Content

  • Food Safety Definition and Importance

    • The concept of food safety in the food industry.
    • The impact of food safety on human health.
    • Basic principles for ensuring the safety of food products.

  • Health Risks Related to Meat, Poultry, and Fish

    • Pathogenic microbes in meat and poultry.
    • Food poisoning resulting from consuming unsafe meat.
    • The effect of chemical contaminants in fish and meat.

  • Food Safety Legislation and Standards

    • International and local laws related to food safety.
    • Global quality and safety standards.
    • The role of health organizations in setting regulations for meat, poultry, and fish.

  • Visual Inspection of Food Products

    • How to visually inspect meat and poultry.
    • Identifying signs of contamination and health issues in meat.
    • Evaluating color, texture, and odor in meat and poultry.

  • Microbiological Testing of Products

    • How to conduct microbiological tests to detect microbes.
    • Identifying harmful microbes in meat and poultry.
    • Methods for analyzing meat and poultry samples.

  • Quality Control and Proper Storage

    • Storage conditions for meat and poultry to maintain safety.
    • Proper packaging and sealing techniques.
    • Ensuring contamination-free storage areas.

  • Visual Markers of Fish Safety

    • How to check the appearance of fresh fish.
    • Inspecting gills and eyes to confirm freshness.
    • Ensuring no signs of spoilage in fish.

  • Chemical Testing in Fish

    • Analyzing mercury and heavy metal levels in fish.
    • Techniques for testing chemical contaminants in fish.
    • Inspecting preservatives in fish.

  • Microbiological Testing in Fish

    • Inspecting fish for harmful bacteria.
    • Techniques for culturing microorganisms from contaminated fish.
    • Handling fish contaminated with viruses.

  • Modern Meat and Poultry Processing Techniques

    • Methods for processing and cooking meat to ensure safety.
    • Ensuring optimal cooking temperatures.
    • The addition of preservatives and ensuring their safety.

  • Fish Processing Techniques

    • Methods for processing fish such as freezing and smoking.
    • Ensuring fish quality during processing.
    • Preservation techniques that prevent bacterial and fungal growth.

  • Safety Procedures During Transportation and Storage

    • Safe transportation of meat, poultry, and fish.
    • The importance of refrigeration and freezing to maintain product safety.
    • Preventing contamination during transportation and storage.

  • Inspection Procedures in Production Facilities

    • How to conduct inspections within production facilities.
    • The role of the quality control department in ensuring product safety.
    • The importance of documentation and reporting in the inspection process.

  • Ensuring Compliance with Health Standards

    • How to determine whether meat and poultry meet health standards.
    • Dealing with products that do not meet standards.
    • Health inspection guidelines during production.

  • Government and Health Regulatory Procedures

    • The role of health authorities in inspecting the safety of meat, poultry, and fish.
    • Government monitoring and inspection procedures.
    • The role of laboratory testing in verifying product quality.

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Course on Ensuring the Safety of Meat, Poultry and Fish (Online / Remote)