Join NQAC Dublin for our March Webinar: Introduction to Microbiology: Principles and Applications to Food Safety

March 28, 2023, 1pm-2pm EST

This webinar is an Introduction to Microbiology for entry level professionals in a laboratory or food processing facility or a non-microbiologist that would like to better understand microorganisms and how they relate to food safety. Our instructor will review the history of microbiology with an overview of microorganisms, their differences and how they relate to food safety and consumer health along with testing overview.

Key takeaways:
• Understand the difference between microorganisms
• Understand how biochemical processes affect where microorganisms are found and how they are detected
• Comprehend the difference between pathogenic/hygiene indicator organisms vs. spoilage organisms
• Learn how to request testing based on these differences

Audience: Entry level professionals in a laboratory, quality or food processing environment; non-microbiologists interested in basics of food microbiology

Course Length: 1hr

Instructor: Rachel Spearry, NQAC Dublin