SQF Edition 9 to 10: Conversion Training
What you'll gain from this course
This focused instructor-led, ½-day conversion course provides food safety professionals with a clear, practical understanding of the key changes in SQF Edition 10—and what those changes mean for existing programs. Designed for busy SQF practitioners, quality leaders, and food safety teams, this streamlined session distills the most important updates so participants can take immediate, informed action.
Through guided discussion, real-world examples, and practical job aids, participants will learn how Edition 10 impacts system design, documentation, verification, and audit expectations. The session emphasizes what has changed, why it changed, and how to transition efficiently, ensuring organizations are prepared for compliance and audit readiness.
Whether overseeing the SQF program or supporting implementation within a facility, this course equips participants with the insights and tools needed to confidently update Food Safety and Quality Systems to SQF Edition 10.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and interpret the key updates in SQF Edition 10, including new and revised requirements
- Evaluate the impact of these changes on their current SQF system to determine necessary updates and priorities
- Use practical tools and templates to begin planning documentation and system modifications to support Edition 10 audit readiness
Prerequisites
It is recommended that participants are already familiar with the requirements of the SQF standard.
Who Should Attend
Operational, quality, and technical staff, as well as food safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail environments with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.
Partners
The Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program is a rigorous and credible food safety and quality program that is recognized by retailers, brand owners, and food service providers world-wide. Recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), the SQF family of food safety and quality codes are designed to meet industry, customer, and regulatory requirements for all sectors of the food supply chain – from the farm all the way to the retail stores.
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 are encouraged to join with both video and microphone enabled throughout the session.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, please contact our training team at [email protected].
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: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
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].
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