The British Retail Consortium (BRC) is the lead trade association representing the whole range of retailers, from the large multiples and department stores through to independents, selling a wide selection of products through centre of town, out of town, rural and virtual stores.

The BRC standard is a technical standard and protocol for companies supplying retail branded food products. It is a comprehensive standard to cover quality, hygiene and product safety. The standard addresses part of the ‘due diligence’ requirements of the food manufacturer and/or supplier. Food manufacturers may use the standard to ensure their suppliers are following good hygiene practices.  Retail is one of the UK ’s success stories, but currently faces a challenging trading and regulatory environment. One aim of the BRC standard is to ensure retailers can maintain their outstanding record on product innovation, job creation and consumer choice.  

The BRC Training program is customized to emphasize on the BRC standard requirements and will provide participants with a detailed interpretation and understanding, clause by clause, of the standard. In-house training program can be developed to customize to company’s procedures, processes and practices.

BRC Audit and Consultancy programs are also available.