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19 March 2025 - Eventi

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Colkim Sponsor at the Conference of the Order of Food Technologists

Colkim will participate as a sponsor in the conference organized by the Order of Food Technologists of Emilia-Romagna, Tuscany, Marche, and Umbria, to be held in Bologna.
During the event, Michele Ruzza, Head of Infestalia – the School of Pest Control, will give a talk on the topic “Food Hygiene and Pest Management.”

The Order of Food Technologists: Who Is a Food Technologist?

The Order of Food Technologists is a national regulatory body representing food technologists in Italy, with local chapters across different regions.

The Order is committed to protecting public health through the control and management of food safety, working in collaboration with institutions, companies, and other organizations to continuously improve quality standards in the agri-food sector.

It also provides training and support to professionals in the field, promoting initiatives from regional boards aimed at the technical and cultural development of its members.

A Food Technologist registered with the Order is officially recognized as a qualified professional, authorized to provide technical, legal, and managerial expertise in the agri-food industry.

Azienda alimentare

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Food Companies & Food Safety: A Core Priority

Food safety is a critical issue for all businesses operating in the food sector (restaurants, kitchens, bars, production lines, etc.). Ensuring food safety means protecting consumer health, preventing contamination, and complying with relevant regulations.

Effective food safety management includes implementing self-monitoring plans like the HACCP system, staff training, adherence to strict hygiene practices, and voluntary certification under GFSI standards (BRCGS, IFS, and FSSC22000).

These GFSI certifications (Global Food Safety Initiative) are internationally recognized standards designed to ensure and enhance the safety of food products throughout the entire supply chain.

Food safety not only protects public health but also strengthens the reputation of food businesses. A lack of proper prevention and control can lead to pest infestations in food facilities, increasing the risk of biological contamination and product recalls.

Lepidotteri - Infestanti derrate alimentari

lepidotteri infestanti delle derrate alimentari

Coleotteri - Infestanti derrate alimentari

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Infestalia at the Conference: Food Hygiene and Pest Management

During the conference, Michele Ruzza, Head of Infestalia, will present a session titled “Food Hygiene and Pest Management.”
Michele, an expert in Agricultural Sciences and Technologies and a certified 1st and 2nd level auditor, will highlight the importance of an integrated approach to pest management in food businesses. His talk will cover regulatory, technical, and practical aspects of pest control, showing how proper pest management can prevent biological, chemical, and physical contamination, ensuring both food safety and compliance with European regulations.

The session will also address guidelines provided by voluntary certifications (such as BRCGS and IFS) for the implementation of an effective Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system, from risk assessment to corrective actions and training on pest control practices.

Michele Ruzza, Head of Infestalia

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Infestalia – The School of Pest Control

Infestalia was born out of more than 20 years of experience in the pest control industry and a passion for educating professionals in effective pest management techniques.

Infestalia’s courses are ISO 21001 certified and taught by university lecturers and industry experts. Its training offer provides a comprehensive learning path, which can be tailored to meet the ongoing educational needs of pest control technicians.
Knowledge is our best ally in pest control — essential to excelling in this field.

Infestalia is also the only Pest Control School in Italy to offer the course “Pest Management in Food Businesses,” a CEPAS-certified course (listed under no. 409 in the Register of Qualified Courses, in accordance with CEPAS Procedure PG01 current revision).
The course is designed to provide professionals with the necessary skills for the proper management and control of hygiene-related pests in food businesses, as required by voluntary standards.

19 March 2025 - Eventi

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