FSPCA Food Traceability Rule (FTR)

What you'll gain from this course

Live online sessions with industry-recognized experts

Hands-on exercises and real-world application

Engaging group discussions and activities

Networking with peers and trainers

The FDA Final Rule on Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods, also known as the Food Traceability Rule (FTR), was promulgated under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The FTR establishes additional recordkeeping requirements for persons who manufacture, process, pack, or hold foods listed on the Food Traceability List (FTL).

The FTL includes a broad variety of commodities and manufactured products. Industry compliance with FTR requirements enables faster identification and rapid removal of potentially contaminated food from the market, helping to reduce foodborne illnesses and deaths. This course was developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) for segments of the food industry required to comply with the FTR and provides practical guidance on developing and implementing food traceability practices.

FSPCA training materials include a comprehensive training manual with presentation slides, explanations of key terms and concepts, hands-on exercises, and reference materials.

The training addresses the regulatory requirements of the FDA Food Traceability Rule (FTR) and discusses key considerations for implementing effective food traceability programs and procedures.

This course is taught by FSPCA-trained Lead Instructors. Upon completion of the training, participants will receive an official certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO).

The FTR curriculum was designed by regulatory, academic, and industry professionals and developed with funding from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as part of the FSPCA.

All participants must be able to join the live, web-based training sessions using VoIP to fully participate in course activities.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the program, learners will be able to:

Recognize the importance of, and need for, the Food Traceability Rule
Describe what is required under the Food Traceability Rule
Identify what actions need to be taken to be compliant with the Food Traceability Rule
Demonstrate how to develop a Traceability Plan

Partners:
The Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) is a broad-based public private alliance consisting of industry, academic and government stakeholders whose mission is to develop curricula, and training and outreach programs to support compliance with the prevention-oriented standards of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). FSPCA Home | Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH) | Illinois Institute of Technology (iit.edu)

Technology Requirements:
Participants must join the training using their own individual computer or device to meet participation and assessment requirements. Devices cannot be shared between multiple participants. To support engagement and interactive learning, participants must join with both video and microphone enabled throughout the session.

Participant attendance and engagement will be monitored throughout the entire course. Course participants are only eligible for the FSPCA Participant Certificate of Training if they are present for all FSPCA modules, as confirmed by Lead Instructor and/or Course Monitor. The entire virtual delivery of the course will be recorded. The recording will be made available to the FSPCA upon request.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, please contact our training team at [email protected]

Who Should Attend

The target audience for the FSPCA Food Traceability Rule Training for the Food Industry curriculum includes firms that manufacture, process, pack, or hold foods on the Food Traceability List (FTL) and are required to comply with the Food Traceability Rule. This includes domestic and foreign firms across the farm-to-table continuum producing foods for U.S. consumption, such as farms (produce, aquaculture, and eggs), distribution, manufacturing, retail food establishments, and restaurants.

Individuals in academia, government, or service providers to the food industry may also find this course beneficial.

Computer & Internet Connection:
Participants will need reliable access to a computer with a stable internet connection. High speed broadband (LAN, cable, or DSL) is recommended.

Compatible Web Browsers:
The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox.

Accommodations
NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact us at [email protected] prior to your class.