This course provides essential training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in the food industry, ensuring that employees understand how to prevent contamination, maintain sanitary conditions, and comply with FDA regulations. Participants will learn about personal hygiene, facility cleanliness, food handling procedures, and quality control measures to produce safe and high-quality food products.
Key Topics Covered:
- Overview of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs): Understanding FDA regulations and their role in food safety.
- Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness: Proper handwashing, appropriate work attire, and restrictions on jewelry and personal items.
- Facility Maintenance and Sanitation: Keeping plants, grounds, and equipment clean to prevent contamination.
- Pest Control and Waste Management: Strategies to minimize contamination risks from pests, sewage, and waste disposal.
- Safe Food Handling Practices: Preventing cross-contamination, maintaining proper storage, and handling raw materials safely.
- Equipment and Utensil Maintenance: Cleaning and sanitizing tools, ensuring food contact surfaces remain in good condition.
- Manufacturing Process Controls: Implementing quality control measures, testing food for safety, and ensuring proper cooking and refrigeration procedures.
- Warehousing and Distribution Safety: Proper storage and transportation methods to maintain food integrity and prevent spoilage.
By the end of the course, you will have learned:
- How to follow GMPs to ensure food safety and quality.
- Proper sanitation procedures for facilities, equipment, and work surfaces.
- The importance of personal hygiene in preventing food contamination.
- How to safely handle, store, and transport food products.
- Best practices for pest control, waste management, and facility upkeep.
This training equips food industry workers with the knowledge and skills to uphold high safety standards, protect consumers, and ensure compliance with FDA regulations.