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DFK for Safe Food EnvironmentEmpowering Conventional and Novel Food businesses
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opportunities. Let's ConnectExpert FDA-Recognized PCQI And IAVA training & ConsultingFSPCA official courses and specialized regulatory guidance on risk assessment, HACCP and Food safety Plan development to ensure compliance. Let's ConnectPublic, Online, And In-House Customized & Accredited Food Safety TrainingFrom BRCGS and CIEH certifications to IHA-recognized HACCP and FDA-recognized programs, we deliver compliance-focused courses for food safety and labeling regulations. Let's Connect
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Where Food Safety
Science, Legal Expertise,
and Systems Solutions
Come Together.

Foodborne illnesses, recalls, improper food labeling, and import rejections can harm your brand’s reputation and bottom line. 

At DFK for Safe Food Environment, we empower food brands and professionals to proactively reduce risks, ensure compliance, and meet global standards — including EU regulations and U.S. FSMA requirements. Through expert-led risk assessments, regulatory compliance audits, and tailored food safety strategies, we help organizations build trust and resilience across the food supply chain.

DFK collaborates with international development agencies, trade councils, and public food safety authorities to strengthen global food systems. Our partnerships aim to enhance food safety infrastructures, support capacity building, and promote harmonized regulatory practices in emerging and established markets alike


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What We Do

Strengthening Food Safety Knowledge and Practices

Training and Capacity Building
Training and Capacity Building
Master new skills and strengthen institutional food safety capacity through tailored learning programs designed for professionals, trade bodies, regulators, and organizations. Our standard and customized training programs include:
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Science-based Solutions & Expert Advice
Science-based Solutions & Expert Advice
Implement risk-based proactive strategies, create a robust food safety system, and receive ongoing support to develop and maintain your HACCP and Food Safety Plan, ensuring you stay ahead of ever-evolving regulations and consumer demands with:
Develop Robust Food Safety Systems

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Building Stronger Compliance
Building Stronger Compliance
Identify and ensure effective management of potential food safety hazards with a comprehensive risk analysis of your operation and suppliers to help prevent contamination and meet safety standards.
Enhance Compliance & Risk Management

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Strategic Collaboration
Strategic Collaboration
Prioviding expert consulting to government agencies, trade bodies and international and local organizations to advance food safety policies, strengthen industry compliance, and enhance global trade.
Partner with us to build capacities

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Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil
Founder/ Principal

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Influencing
& Inspiring Progress

I’m Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil, the founder of DFK for Safe Food Environment.

Drawing on over two decades of hands-on industry experience, international consultancy, and academic research, I founded DFK for Safe Food Environment to translate scientific knowledge into effective, real-world food safety practices. I work with the food industry, local agencies, and global institutions to strengthen food safety systems, reduce risks, and support compliance with EU regulations, U.S. FSMA standards, and international frameworks.

My focus is on empowering professionals and organizations through training and capacity building, science-based strategies, and tailored advisory services. As a certified coach, I am equally committed to driving behavioral transformation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and proactive risk management that goes beyond checklists to create lasting impact.


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Dima completed her assignment successfully and timely providing an informative report and participated actively in enriching discussions during a related Expert Group Meeting. She is among the best consultants we have had the privilege to work with in recent years.
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Rola Majdalani, Director, Sustainable Development Policies Division, UN ESCWA
Dr. Faour-Klingbeil contributed to our project by highlighting the gaps and identifying areas for improvement and development in the standards and criteria of the Quality Mark application. We highly recommend her as a skillful consultant.
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Thank you once again for your input and the tips. I really enjoyed the training and I feel well prepared to implement the missing parts to be fully compliant
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  • Submit an inquiry with details on your project or training needs.

  • I’ll respond within two business days, and we’ll connect to discuss your needs.

  • Enhance your food safety practices and achieve your goals.


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Upcoming Events
17 June 17, 2025
FSPCA PCQI V2.0 FOR HUMAN FOOD – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE
€850 Unlimited
24 June 24, 2025
FSPCA IA Conducting Vulnerability Assessments (IA VA) – Instructor-Led Online Course
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DFK for Safe Food Environment is a food safety consulting business that provides scientific, regulatory, and technical services to food businesses.
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Our Location

Ottweilerst. 14 A 30559 Hanover, Germany Registered in Hannover, Germany USt-IdNr.: DE312857816

Contact

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Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil is a dedicated academic researcher, specializing in the microbiological safety of fresh produce, food pathogens transmission, risk assessment and food safety systems, and behavioural science in food safety. Recently her research interests focus on climate change impacts and water reuse in the food industry. She is also a lecturer in Food Safety Laws and Regulations for the Master of Science program in Food Process and Product Engineering (MSc FPPE), a collaborative program between the German Institute for Food Technology and the University of Veterinary Medicine in Hannover.
Expertise

Dr. Dima Faour-Klingbeil is a recognized expert in food safety, specializing in the microbiological safety of fresh produce, food pathogens transmission, food safety systems, and behavioral science in food safety. With over two decades of experience in both academic and industry sectors, Dima brings a wealth of expertise to every project. She is a former research fellow at the University of Plymouth and a research team leader at Humboldt University’s Centre for Rural Development in Berlin. Dima brings a multidisciplinary approach to her work, blending scientific rigor with real-world applications.

She had executive roles in the food industry, working with global brands such as Albert Abela Inflight Catering, Hard Rock Café and Sodexo, where she managed complex operations and cross-functional teams under fast-paced, high-pressure conditions. Her work included purchasing, business growth strategy, food hygiene and quality management, and training across multiple food categories. As a compliance auditor for the Gluten-Free Certification Organization, she ensures global food industries adhere to stringent safety standards.

Dr. Faour-Klingbeil has played a pivotal role in multiple international development and capacity-building projects. Among her recent engagements, and as part of the USAID TRADE project in Egypt, she led training and the development of guidance documents for SMEs, focusing on allergen risk management, food safety culture, and compliance with US and EU food labeling regulations. Her consultancy services have supported both local and international organizations, including USAID, FAO, Fair Trade and others.

Her expertise also extends to global governance and policy development. She previously led a research team at Humboldt University’s Centre for Rural Development, where she conceptualized a project on food safety governance in Tunisia. Prior to that, as a consultant for the UN Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UN ESCWA), she developed an operational framework and regional food assurance mechanism for establishing the Arab Sustainable and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Certification Scheme. This work laid the cornerstone for implementation in Jordan and Lebanon, contributing to regional efforts to improve food governance structures.

She is fully versed in key food safety and quality systems, including BRCGS food safety standard v.9, ISO 9001, ISO22000, GMP, HACCP, and GLOBAL G.A.P. Her academic contributions include numerous peer-reviewed publications and invited speaking engagements at international forums and UN meetings.

When she’s not writing her research, teaching, or helping clients, Dima unwinds with gardening, music, and running “that extra mile” recharging for the next challenge.

Dr Dima holds a PhD from the University of Plymouth (School of Biological Sciences), a Master’s degree in Nutrition and a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics from the American University of Beirut.

  • Published researcher in food safety
  • International HACCP Alliance Accredited Lead Instructor
  • FSPCA Lead instructor - PCQI and IAVA programs
  • Pioneered the introduction of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) courses in Germany
  • Top PCQI instructor and rated by the majority of delegates as an “exceptional instructor”
  • A UN consultant (WHO, FAO, ESCWA)
  • Served on the FAO/WHO Joint Expert Meetings on Microbiological Risk Assessment (JEMRA,2019-2022) (Experts Roster 2023-2027)
  • Contributed to and led international development initiatives
  • Auditor for the Gluten-Free Certification Organization
  • Regularly contributes to global scientific meetings as an invited speaker, including those hosted by FAO, UN ESCWA, OIC, and WHO.