BU Regional Center for Food Safety and Quality Assurance

27/10/2025

2 DAYS TO GO!!!

We are all excited to have you join us for the hybrid webinar entitled, "Boosting Competency on Food Safety Compliance and Product Registration for Pili and Food Product Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bicol Region." This will be held on October 29, 2025, from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon via Zoom and onsite at the Bicol University East Campus, Legazpi City.

Registration is still open for participants joining us online (https://forms.gle/UvjdqidCLg6MGuxF9) and onsite (https://forms.gle/T3JQQFVZMjmx8Ksz5).

23/10/2025

Free Webinar Alert!

We are pleased to announce that the webinar titled “Boosting Competency on Food Safety Compliance and Product Registration for Pili and Food Product Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bicol Region” will be happening on October 29, 2025.

The event will still be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing the participants to join in person or virtually via an online platform. The invited Resource Speakers are from the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Regulation and Research. This format provides flexibility and ensures a wider reach, enabling participants from various locations to engage and collaborate with ease. Note that we can only accommodate 20 in-person participants. Whether you choose to attend onsite or online, you will have access to all presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.

To confirm your participation and specify your preferred mode of attendance, kindly click on these links:

Online Participant Registration: https://forms.gle/1iKkUjbRvHEDNaM49
On-Site Participant registration: https://forms.gle/x9Z7LNbRGRxT8cHr9

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] or at 0948-373-9519/0905-819-2568.

We look forward to your participation and hope to see you at the event.

08/10/2025

In pursuance of Bicol University Office Memorandum No. 370, Series of 2025, which mandated the temporary suspension of classes and activities today, October 8, 2025, for the immediate safety of the entire community, the following activity will be RESCHEDULED:

𝐴𝘤𝑡𝘪𝑣𝘪𝑡𝘺: 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗶 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗰𝗼𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝑂r𝑖g𝑖n𝑎l D𝑎t𝑒:, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

This is a precautionary measure necessary to ensure the continuous implementation of security protocols and to maintain a safe and conducive environment for everyone.

SAFETY IS OUR OUTMOST PRIORITY!

We emphasize that the well-being and security of all participants, faculty, and staff remain our primary concern. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this necessary action.

Please stand by for the official announcement regarding the rescheduled date of the training. Updates will be disseminated through official BURCFSQA channels.

We remind everyone to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the University or local authorities.

25/09/2025

Free Webinar Alert!!

We are pleased to invite everyone to participate in the upcoming webinar titled “Boosting Competency on Food Safety Compliance and Product Registration for Pili and Food Product Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Bicol Region.” This activity will provide information on the general requirements for registering businesses and food products.

The event will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing the participants to join in person or virtually via an online platform. The invited Resource Speakers are from the Food and Drug Administration, Center for Food Regulation and Research. This format provides flexibility and ensures a wider reach, enabling participants from various locations to engage and collaborate with ease. Note that we can only accommodate 20 in-person participants. Whether you choose to attend onsite or online, you will have access to all presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.

To confirm your participation and specify your preferred mode of attendance, please access the following link or scan the QR code:

In-Person: https://forms.gle/hNS5tg1SMb9i2yCy6

On-Site: https://forms.gle/WcjGvsMunzjYTBSv9

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected] or at 0948-373-9519/0905-819-2568.

We look forward to your participation and hope to see you at the event.

21/07/2025

Important Update! Heads up, Bicol University community!

Our official BURCFSQA email address is temporarily unavailable. Please see the infographic below for the new contact information and other important details.

10/07/2023

Announcement of Hiring

Position: One (1) Research Assistant
Duration: July - December 2023 (Job Order)
Office Assignment: BU Regional Center for Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Qualifications:
Education: BS Chemistry or BS Food Technology graduate
Preferably with experience in handling analytical instrument, has inclination for research related to food safety and with knowledge on basic research and lab techniques

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Assist in the implementation of the on-going research project of the center by conducting benchmarking and sampling in Camarines Norte;
2. Perform laboratory analysis (physico-chemical and microbiological) and data gathering;
3. Perform routine clerical duties as instructed, if essential to the research activities of the project and study leader to which the research assistant is assigned;
4. Organize, maintain, and update records of data gathered; and
6. Perform other duties as assigned by the project/study leader.

Interested and qualified applicants may signify interest by submitting an updated CV through email at [email protected] or submit at BURCFSQA Office located at BU HERRC Bldg. BU East Campus, Legazpi City on or before July 21, 2023.

21/09/2021

WEBINAR ON BASIC ANALYTICAL METHODS AND INSTRUMENTATION FOR FOOD SAFETY

Bicol University Regional Center for Food Safety and Quality Assurance (BU RCFSQA) invites students, faculties, SMEs, and other interested individuals to a 2-day FREE webinar on October 6 and 7, 2021 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Join us as we learn more about the present challenges in food safety and analysis, and the importance of analytical instrumentation in ensuring the safety of food products.

To register, please click on the link below: https://forms.gle/JZD646SbV69x6vcE8

See you!

06/08/2021

To all interested participants for the upcoming Webinar on Ensuring Food Safety in the New Normal: Guidance for Local Food Businesses and Entrepreneurs on August 9, 2021 at 8:00 AM, please click on the link to register.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://liverpool-ac-uk.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUudOqhpjMsG9TwloEcR-TRdRNL3Akwzjp4

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

07/07/2021

CALL FOR REGISTRATION

Webinar: Ensuring Food Safety in the New Normal: Guidance for Local Food Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Date: August 9, 2021
Time: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST)
Cost: Free

Most of the countries around the world are affected by the unexpected threat brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. This has imposed restrictions and several measures which resulted to the temporary and permanent closure of many businesses including various food industries. For some workers, the work from home strategy are the new normal practices. But for food industry workers, they are required to perform duties in their usual workstation. Hence, keeping all workers in the food production safe and healthy is crucial to surviving the existing pandemic. Maintaining the flow and availability of food along the food chain and to sustain trust and consumer confidence in the safety of foods should always be prioritized.

The Bicol University Regional Center for Food Safety and Quality Assurance (BURCFSQA), in its aim to provide food safety related training, workshop and seminar, supports food industry and other stakeholders to comply with food safety standards. The general objective of this activity is to highlight the importance of food safety and to enhance awareness among local food enterprises and those involved in the service of quality and safety of foods along the entire food systems. This is in line with the current risks and restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Cristopher G. Millena, RCh. MS Sci
Laboratory Head, DOST-RSTL Regional Office V
Consultant on Food Safety: cGMP, HACCP, ISO 2200
Consultant on ISO/IEC 17025 Technical and Management Requirements
Assessor: Philippine Accreditation Bureau on ISO 17025:2005

Don’t get left behind! Click through this link to register:
https://forms.gle/UCNonbBgRXLsvMvSA

Participants will be given an electronic copy of the certificate of participation after the webinar. For other inquiries, contact us through the following:
[email protected]
09483739519

07/07/2021

CALL FOR REGISTRATION!

Webinar: Ensuring Food Safety in the New Normal: Guidance for Local Food Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Date: August 9, 2021
Time: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST)
Cost: Free

Most of the countries around the world are affected by the unexpected threat brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. This has imposed restrictions and several measures which resulted to the temporary and permanent closure of many businesses including various food industries. For some workers, the work from home strategy are the new normal practices. But for food industry workers, they are required to perform duties in their usual workstation. Hence, keeping all workers in the food production safe and healthy is crucial to surviving the existing pandemic. Maintaining the flow and availability of food along the food chain and to sustain trust and consumer confidence in the safety of foods should always be prioritized.

The Bicol University Regional Center for Food Safety and Quality Assurance (BURCFSQA), in its aim to provide food safety related training, workshop and seminar, supports food industry and other stakeholders to comply with food safety standards. The general objective of this activity is to highlight the importance of food safety and to enhance awareness among local food enterprises and those involved in the service of quality and safety of foods along the entire food systems. This is in line with the current risks and restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Cristopher G. Millena, RCh. MS Sci
Laboratory Head, DOST-RSTL Regional Office V
Consultant on Food Safety: cGMP, HACCP, ISO 2200
Consultant on ISO/IEC 17025 Technical and Management Requirements
Assessor: Philippine Accreditation Bureau on ISO 17025:2005

Don’t get left behind! Click through this link to register:
https://forms.gle/UCNonbBgRXLsvMvSA

Participants will be given an electronic copy of the certificate of participation after the webinar. For other inquiries, contact us through the following:
[email protected]
09483739519

01/10/2020

To the Mother of RCFSQA, Ma'am Ida Revale, Congratulations on your retirement! Thank you so much for your 35 years of service to Bicol University.

05/07/2020