Improving food safety training for officials.
Supporting FDA’s National Curriculum Standard Development and Training Development and Delivery
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE · NIH-10878747
This study is all about improving the training for food safety officials so they can better handle food safety problems, making sure they have the right skills and knowledge to keep our food safe.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (KNOXVILLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10878747 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the training of food safety officials at various governmental levels to ensure they are well-equipped to handle food safety issues. The approach includes developing national curriculum standards, planning course offerings, and designing educational programs tailored to different professional levels. By collaborating with experts in food safety and instructional design, the project aims to create effective training resources that can be utilized across the country. The initiative seeks to ensure a competent workforce that can respond effectively to food safety challenges.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include food safety officials and regulators at state, local, territorial, and tribal levels.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in food safety regulation or do not work in related fields may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved food safety practices, ultimately protecting public health.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is focused on training and standards development, similar initiatives in food safety training have shown positive outcomes in enhancing workforce competency.
Where this research is happening
KNOXVILLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE — KNOXVILLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: THOMPSON, SHARON R — UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE KNOXVILLE
- Study coordinator: THOMPSON, SHARON R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.