Introduction to Criminal Investigations

This course is provided by the Food Standards Agency and is free of charge to local authority officers.

Who should attend?

This course is aimed at Port Health Officers but is relevant to any food officer whose work involves the investigation of criminal offences including:

• Environmental Health Practitioners
• Trading Standards Officers

Unfortunately we cannot accept students or independent consultants on this course.

This is a basic introduction to the subject and so will suit those who are new to the area or are seeking refresher training.

About the Programme

The course aims to provide an overview of Criminal Investigations. The course will help delegates to:

• Appreciate the offences and defences available under relevant criminal law.
• Recognise the Rules of Evidence and where to apply them.
• Develop interviewing skills.
• Enhance Statement writing skills.
• Understand the requirements of RIPA and CPIA.
• Undertake Tape Recorded PACE interviews.

 The Programme

Day 1

The Cost

There is no charge for attendance on this course

Booking

Please click on the "Book" button above and fill in the online form.

Alternatively you may prefer to download a booking form and e-mail or fax it to us.

• ABC-Food-Safety-Course-Booking-Form-word
• ABC-Food-Safety-Course-Booking-Form.pdf

Please note that there is no need to complete a booking form if you have already used the online booking facility.