This course will bring an awareness of what it means to have a risk-based decision making system, with an application to food safety. It will introduce learners to the normative elements of decision making, and will explain how “risk” fits into that structure. Learners will recognize the role of risk assessment, risk management and risk ranking in a risk-based decision making system. Learners will understand the role of data and analysis in driving a risk-based decision making system.
At the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Understand the components of decision making in the public.
- Recognize the value of risk-based decision making.
- Understand how risk information can be used to make decisions.
Requirements: A basic understanding of food safety, but high level of technical knowledge not necessary.
Target Audience: People working on food safety in low and middle income countries.
Course is offered by The Ohio State University Global One Health Initiative.