12/4/2023
9:00 am EST - 2:00 pm EST
Virtual Instructor Led
Led by Barry Parsons FMP, CPFM, CP-FS, CCFS
Product Description:
This item is for the purchase of PART 2 of the
FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Blended Course
vILT (virtual Instructor Led Training).
This Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) Blended Training course was developed to provide an alternative way for individuals to complete the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food course. The Blended course consists of 2 parts. Part 1 is online and Part 2 is instructor-led. Both parts must be completed in order to obtain the certificate.
IMPORTANT
Once you begin the process, you have up to six months to complete the Part 1: Online course. Upon completion, you have six months to complete a Part 2: Instructor-Led course.
This time frame has been temporarily extended to nine months.
This change will be in effect until December 31, 2020.
Prior to Virtual Training
- Participants will receive their virtual course login information and class documents via email one week prior to course date. If you have not received your login information, contact our office at 866.394.1776.
- It is recommended that participants check their audio and video systems to ensure they are working properly at least 24 hours in advance to avoid delays.
Computer Requirements
- Each participant must have their own computer. Dual screens recommended. No tablets or smart phones.
- Web camera with a microphone and speakers is required.
- Make sure Internet Browser is updated to the latest version. Google Chrome recommended.
- OS Requirements: For PC – Windows 7 recommended. For Mac – OSX 10.10 recommended.
- Additional Software Required: Participants will need access to Adobe Acrobat Reader DC during the training course. This program can be downloaded for free through the Adobe website – https://get.adobe.com/reader/
Proof of completion for Part 1 is
required for entry into class. To enroll in Part 1, click
here. Cost for Part 1 is $198.00 through the IFPTI website.
The FSPCA Human Food Participant Manual v1.2 is
required for Part 2 of the FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Blended Course. To purchase a hard copy of the manual, click
here.
This course developed by the FSPCA is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” All companies that hold, pack, or manufacture food for human consumption are required to have at least one Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) per facility. The PCHF course will train your individuals to become PCQIs.
Key Topics
- Focuses primarily on food safety issues and encompasses the entire food system
- Provides information to food processors on creating a Food Safety Plan
- Reviews Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and other prerequisite programs
- Evaluates process, food allergen, sanitation, and supply chain preventive controls
Who should take this course?
Any facility that manufactures, processes, packs, or holds food for human consumption is required to have at least one PCQI. This also applies to food that is to be consumed in the United States, so facilities that import food into the U.S. will also need a PCQI.
Upon completion of the Blended course, participants will receive the FSPCA "Certificate of Training.” This certificate provides evidence that the individual meets the training requirement of the “preventive controls qualified individual.”