WORKSHOP: Data Collection and Analysis for Codex Proceedings • 30-31 July 2025, Sultanate of Oman - Global Food Regulatory Science Society (GFoRSS)

Workshop on Data Collection and Analysis for Codex Proceedings

30-31 July 2025, Sultanate of Oman

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Workshop Agenda

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Workshop Introduction

WORKSHOP ON DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS FOR CODEX PROCEEDINGS

30-31 July 2025 • Sultanate of Oman

Workshop Objectives

This two-day workshop is designed to strengthen the capacity of Codex stakeholders in the Arab and CCNE region, including National Contact Points, and actors from the food production and trade sectors, to contribute scientifically robust data, particularly to the GEMS/Food Database. The workshop will enhance participants’ understanding of the scientific underpinnings of Codex work, with a focus on the role of data in the development of international food standards. Through targeted training, participants will build their skills in collecting, submitting and analyzing data to support evidence-based Codex standards development.

Specific objectives include:

Enhancing knowledge of the Codex risk analysis framework
Sharing best practices in data generation, collection, and utilization for Codex standard setting
Improving competencies in using the GEMS/Food Database for data submission and analysis
Strengthening negotiation skills related to the use of scientific data in Codex discussions

Recommended Pre-Workshop Reference Materials

Previous training material developed by GFoRSS on Codex (in English and Arabic):

Training material developed and previously delivered by the World Health Organization (WHO) in collaboration with GFoRSS on data development and submission in support of international food standard setting:

Newly developed guidance by the Codex Committee on Contaminants in Food, adopted at the 18^th Session of the Codex Committee on Contaminants in Food (CCCF18): Guidance on data analysis for the development of maximum levels and for improved data collection.