About Me

I have over 25 years experience in product safety management in both manufacturing and retail. I have considerable expertise in the implementation, auditing and training of consumer products and food standards in The UK, Europe, USA and Asia.

Prior to becoming a freelance training and auditing consultant in 2008 I spent 17 years with Tesco Stores Ltd., 10 years as Technical and Development manager in the Health and beauty area, and 7 years as a Product Integrity Manager and Auditor. During this time I trained and assessed auditors and technical managers for Tesco throughout Asia, and have a wealth of experience in the training and development of product safety and quality professionals.

I am a BRC Approved Training Provider for the Food, Consumer Products and Storage and Distribution Schemes.

I am a Chartered Chemist and Chartered Scientist, and have worked in GMP and GLP roles in the pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, personal care and household products industries.

Qualifications include

• Member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and Chartered Chemist
• Chartered Scientist
• Advanced Certificate in HACCP principles
• Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate
• BS EN ISO 9000 Lead Assessor
• BS EN ISO 22000 Lead Assessor
• CCFRA Principles of Canning
• BRC Approved Training Provider