The UK’s food safety and HACCP framework is among the most complex in the global food industry, posing significant compliance challenges across the supply chain. Recent Food Standards Agency data shows that 74% of businesses struggle to fully implement HACCP principles. Likewise, a national survey by the UK Food Manufacturer’s Association found that 68% of food safety leaders face major difficulties interpreting and applying the overlapping requirements of the Food Safety Act, Food Hygiene Regulations, and sector-specific guidelines.
This certified program is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and critical competencies for effective HACCP implementation within the UK food safety regulatory framework. Through this program, you will learn crucial topics including the 7 Codex HACCP principles, UK and EU food safety legislation, hazard analysis, CCP (Critical Control Point) determination, and advanced monitoring and verification methods. You will develop the capability to produce compliant HACCP documentation, lead multidisciplinary teams, and embed a strong food safety culture while applying complex regulatory requirements to create robust, operationally effective systems.
Additionally, this program will show you advanced food safety techniques such as root cause analysis for incident investigations, crisis management planning for recalls, and verification strategies for maintaining ongoing compliance. You will study landmark case studies, including Pret a Manger’s allergen labelling failure, Cadbury’s Salmonella contamination, and the Findus horsemeat scandal, to extract lessons that prevent recurrence. You will also gain expertise in allergen management, shelf-life validation, and supply chain verification against food fraud, alongside preparation for inspections.
Upon successful completion, you will attain the Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. This lifelong certification will enhance your professional standing and demonstrate your expertise in UK food safety regulations and HACCP compliance. Recognised globally and respected across the industry, the certification may also open new career opportunities in food manufacturing, retail, quality assurance, and auditing bodies.
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This program will entitle you:
Pricing & Registration- Experience 3 days of instructor-led live training and gain in-depth insights into UK food safety laws and HACCP principles, covering compliance, hazard control, system implementation, and audit readiness.
- Attain the industry-recognized Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation. This credential will elevate your professional profile and demonstrate your expertise in meeting FSA and retaining EU food safety requirements.
- Gain comprehensive expertise in HACCP by mastering the Codex principles, conducting effective hazard analyses, and establishing critical control points to ensure food safety compliance.
- Develop the leadership, cultural, verification, and incident management skills needed to drive effective HACCP implementation, sustain compliance, and safeguard brand and consumer trust.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisors at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
The UK food sector operates within one of the most demanding regulatory environments in the world. Businesses that implement robust HACCP-based food safety management systems report up to 68% fewer major food safety incidents and achieve 40% higher audit pass rates compared to those with underdeveloped systems. In this high-stakes environment, mastering HACCP principles and UK food safety laws is no longer optional, it is essential for legal compliance, consumer protection, and long-term business sustainability.
This certified program is an advanced, industry-recognized certification designed to equip food safety professionals with the comprehensive expertise required to lead HACCP implementation and compliance functions within the UK and retained EU food safety regulatory framework. Aligned with the Food Standards Agency (FSA) requirements, Regulation (EC) 852/2004, and Codex HACCP principles, this program provides deep technical knowledge and hands-on competencies critical for ensuring compliance, operational safety, and proactive hazard control across the food supply chain.
Participants will delve into core modules covering:
- HACCP Mastery: Gain in-depth knowledge of the 7 Codex HACCP principles and learn to apply them effectively across diverse food production and handling environments.
- Food Safety Culture: Understand the role of leadership, behaviour, and engagement in sustaining high standards of hazard control and regulatory compliance.
- Advanced Hazard Analysis: Learn structured techniques to identify, assess, and control biological, chemical, physical, and allergenic hazards.
- Critical Control Points (CCPs): Master CCP identification, establish scientifically valid critical limits, and design effective monitoring procedures.
- Verification and Validation: Acquire skills to verify the ongoing effectiveness of HACCP systems and validate critical control measures.
- Crisis Management and Recall Planning: Develop strategies for managing food safety incidents, recalls, and regulatory investigations.
- Allergen Management: Apply best practices in allergen control, cross-contact prevention, and accurate food labelling.
- Supply Chain Verification: Implement supplier assurance programs and vulnerability assessments to prevent food fraud and maintain traceability.
- Internal and External Audit Readiness: Learn how to prepare for regulatory inspections and third-party audits, ensuring your HACCP system is always compliant and audit-ready.
Upon successfully completing the program, you will earn the Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation, validating your ability to design, implement, and sustain effective HACCP systems within the UK’s rigorous food safety framework. Globally recognized and valid for life, this credential enhances your professional credibility and demonstrates your readiness to lead compliance, quality assurance, and food safety excellence across manufacturing, retail, catering, and auditing sectors.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Food Safety
- HACCP Compliance
- UK Regulatory Navigation
- Hazard & Risk Assessment
- Allergen Control
- Food Safety Culture
- Audit Compliance
- Internal Audit Execution
- HACCP Verification & Validation
- Data-Driven Decisions
- CCP Identification
- HACCP Plan Development
- Crisis & Recall Management
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Communication
- Compliance Documentation
- Predictive Risk Analysis
- Supplier Verification
- Data Interpretation & Reporting
- Incident Investigation
- Safety Culture Building
- Strategic Safety Planning
- Regulatory Reporting
- Environmental Monitoring
- Training & Awareness
- Food Fraud Prevention
- KPI Development
- Crisis Coordination
- Technology-Enabled Monitoring
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Continuous Improvement
Your Faculty Director
Delia Baban brings an impressive 20 years of experience of food safety leadership in the food industry. As the current Technical Director at Sasco Sauces, she leads product development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Her expertise extends to process optimization, team leadership, and championing sustainability practices in manufacturing.
Throughout her career, Delia has held key positions such as Technical Manager, Food Safety Consultant, and Food Safety and Quality Projects Manager at renowned food companies. Her responsibilities have included managing QMS, HACCP plans, risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with global food safety standards. With a strong background in chemistry and quality control, Delia holds title of BRCGS (Brand Reputation through Compliance Global Standards) Professional alongside being an Approved Food Safety Training Partner and Lead Auditor for BRCGS.
Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Program Agenda
Chartered Exam
At the end of the program, there will be a Chartered exam comprising 50 multiple choice questions. Upon passing the exam, you will be accredited with Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation.
- 98% of students who have taken this exam have passed the exam successfully. Almost all professionals who have taken our courses have passed this test and attain their Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation
- The exam has 50 multiple choice questions and you need to answer 25 out of 50 questions correctly to pass the exam
- You can re-take the exam online as many times as you want, with no additional charges for retaking of the exams
- The program cost already includes the exam fees, so there are no additional charges for taking the exam
If you have challenges passing the exam, you can secure assistance from our team and faculty leader to help you pass the exam.
Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) Designation
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certified UK Food Safety and HACCP Compliance Manager (CFS™) designation that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally respected and increasingly in demand, this certification will amplify your expertise in managing safe, compliant, and efficient food operations in alignment with UK food safety legislation, retained EU regulations, and Codex HACCP principles. It affirms your ability to design and implement robust food safety management and compliance systems that meet legal requirements and industry best practices. This program is developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications and the content of this program has been certified by CPD Certification Service as adhering to highest standards of continuing professional principals.
Pricing & Registration
United Kingdom
Dates: 24 - 26 Feb 2026
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 10 Dec 2025 | By 21 Jan 2026 | After 21 Jan 2026 | |
| UK Delegates | GBP 1,495 | GBP 1,695 | GBP 1,795 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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