R638 Regulations

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  • Early Bird Pricing: 10% Off
  • Regular Pricing: R2,830 ZAR +VAT

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Virtual Learning

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    Private Team Training

    This course may be available for Private Team Training; for groups of six or more participants, this training option could be more cost-effective.
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    Program Description

    Certificate of acceptability including the Prohibition on the handling and transportation of food, Duties of the person in charge of food premises, Duties of a food handler, Standards and requirements for food premises, Standards and requirements for food containers, appliances and equipment, Standards and requirements for display, storage and temperature of food, Standards and requirements for protective clothing, Standards and requirements for transport of food, Meat and meat products (handling and transportation). Basic understanding of HACCP and the Changes from R962 to R638.

    Who should Attend

    • Any person who is in charge of a food premises and whose name would appear on the Certificate of Acceptability

    • Quality Assurance Managers

    • Quality Control Manager

    • Retailers

    • HACCP and Food Safety Team Members

    • Internal and Supplier Auditors

    • Business Owners

    • Top Management

    • Supervisors / Managers directly and indirectly involved in food manufacturing / processing.

    • Managers and staff working in a food handling environment

    An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

    Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

    You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

    Course Objective

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

    • Prohibition on the handling and transportation of food 

    • Duties of the person in charge of food premises 

    • Duties of a food handler 

    • Standards and requirements for:

      • Food premises, facilities,

      • Food containers, appliances and equipment 

      • Display, storage and temperature of food 

      • Protective clothing 

      • Transport of food 

    • Plus additional GMP related requirements. 

     

    Computer and Internet Connection: 

    You will need regular access to a computer with an internet connection. High speed broadband access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is recommended. 

    Compatible Web Browsers: Firefox, Chrome, Safari, IE Edge and higher 

     

    Special Requirements 

    NSF is committed to accommodating the learning requirements of all our stakeholders. If you require special assistance for any reason, please contact your regional office one week prior to your class. 

    Additional Recommended Courses

    R638 Regulations

    Certificate of acceptability including the Prohibition on the handling and transportation of food, Duties of the person in charge of food premises, Duties of a food handler, Standards and requirements for food premises, Standards and requirements for food containers, appliances and equipment, Standards and requirements for display, storage and temperature of food, Standards and requirements for protective clothing, Standards and requirements for transport of food, Meat and meat products (handling and transportation). Basic understanding of HACCP and the Changes from R962 to R638.

    Who should Attend

    • Any person who is in charge of a food premises and whose name would appear on the Certificate of Acceptability

    • Quality Assurance Managers

    • Quality Control Manager

    • Retailers

    • HACCP and Food Safety Team Members

    • Internal and Supplier Auditors

    • Business Owners

    • Top Management

    • Supervisors / Managers directly and indirectly involved in food manufacturing / processing.

    • Managers and staff working in a food handling environment

    An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

    Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

    You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

    Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Workshop

    Equip delegates with the tools to quantify, detect and help prevent fraud, while building an anti-fraud business culture.

    Have you assessed the key risks and opportunities for food fraud in your supply chain? Are you monitoring changes in real time to ingredients, processes or supply chains that may constitute a risk? Does your existing supplier assurance system limit opportunities for food fraud and mitigate risk of authenticity issues?

    A documented food fraud vulnerability assessment (FFVA) and mitigation plan are required for compliance with the GFSI-benchmarked standards’ requirements. Addressing all types of food fraud and hazards that require a preventive control is required under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Learn how to conduct an FFVA and develop mitigation strategies to protect against food fraud in this virtual instructor-led workshop.

    You will receive NSF’s Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment template and instruction on how to use this tool in your own organization.

    What this course covers

    • A documented food fraud vulnerability assessment (FFVA) and mitigation plan required for compliance with the GFSI-benchmarked standards’ requirements.

    • Addressing all types of food fraud and hazards that require a preventive control required under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

    • Learn how to conduct an FFVA and develop mitigation strategies to protect against food fraud in this virtual, instructor-led workshop.

    An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

    Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

    You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

    Who Should Attend

    Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.

    Food Defence Management Certification

    Protecting your brand, your facility from intentional harm drives the requirement for a robust food defense plan. Learn how to conduct a vulnerability assessment and develop your food defense plan.

    This one-day course is designed to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of Food Defense.

    The course is designed to help you know how to protect your brand and your facility from intentional harm. This will drive the requirement for a robust food defense plan.

    Learn how to conduct a vulnerability assessment and develop your food defense plan.

    What You’ll Do

    • Understand the definitions of food defence

    • View case studies

    • Review vulnerability assessments

    • Implementation of a food defence plan

    An email address is required for registration and to receive the login instructions.

    Upon registration, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the training course through NSF’s eLearning portal. Any additional information pertaining to the course will be sent in your confirmation email.

    You will find your course material and homework/exam on the eLearning portal. You will need to access the portal in order to successfully complete the course and print your certificate. Upon successful course completion, you will gain access to print your official NSF Certificate.

    Who Should Attend

    Operational, Quality, Technical Staff and Food Safety personnel working in manufacturing or retail with food safety plans and programs. Also suitable for professionals new to the industry.