A recent study led by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigated factors that could contribute to cross-contamination of food in restaurants, and observed more frequent contamination actions in establishments lacking food safety certification, food safety training, and handwashing policies.
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Food Safety Matters is a podcast for food safety professionals, hosted by Food Safety Magazine – the leading media brand in food safety for over 20 years. Each episode features a conversation with a food safety professional sharing their experiences and insights on the important job of safeguarding the world’s food supply.
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Food Safety Magazine Editorial Team. October 18, 2024. On November 12–13, the Penn State Extension is offering a virtual course to help produce growers comply with Produce Safety Rule requirements under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). The option to receive a certificate of completion is available. BIZTRACKS.
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A key difference between training and education is that in training, the subject may learn to practice a behavior without always or necessarily knowing, or thinking of, the reason behind it. In education the subject receives the knowledge and motivation to make informed decisions and choices. For professionals in food safety, both education and ...
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The Principles of Interactive Training. A food safety culture is best accomplished when the workforce is engaged. It is here that new training technology becomes fundamental by incorporating three learning styles: auditory, kinesthetic and visual. Studies indicate that trainees learn and retain information better when there is significant ...
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November 2, 2020. Individuals who manage and implement food safety plans across agriculture, food distribution, food processing, retailing, and foodservice also require training and certification on an ongoing basis in order to stay abreast of vital food safety best practices and official regulatory industry guidance. Food Safety.
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This type of training is a common methodology that usually consists of a classroom-style setting where a large number of food handlers are trained in food safety and hygiene theory by an experienced and qualified food safety and hygiene trainer. This type of training session is usually conducted over the span of 60–90 minutes, on average.
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October 1, 2008. Good manufacturing practices (GMPs) describe the conditions and practices that are necessary for the manufacturing, processing, packing or storage of food to ensure its safety and wholesomeness. The current GMPs comprise the basis for determining whether the practices, conditions and controls used to process, handle or store ...
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Riaz Ahamadeen is Vice President of Quality/Food Safety and Regulatory–North America for Oatly.He is a highly accomplished quality, food safety, and regulatory professional with 29 years of experience in dairy, food, and beverage manufacturing, having worked for PepsiCo, TreeHouse Foods, Swiss Cheese Company, Cloverland Green Springs Dairy, Pearson's Candy Company, and Silver Spring Foods.
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During a workshop on"Developing Food Safety Leadership Skills" that was held at the 2023 Summit in Rosemont, the speakers—all experienced food safety leaders—shared individual journeys, advice, knowledge, and real-life lessons from their careers. The workshop explored components for food safety professional development and business ...
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