IGP Institute presents training on animal food safety regulations

Understanding food safety and regulations necessary to comply with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was the topic of the NGFA–KSU Food Safety Modernisation Act (FSMA) training held at Kansas State University's IGP Institute. This course was held August 20-22, 2019 and hosted 50 participants.

 

Matt Frederking, vice president of regulatory affairs and quality at
Mid America Pet Food, discusses the importance of implementing a
food safety plan with the NGFA–KSU Food Safety
Modernization Act participants
Image credit: IGP KSU

'It was valuable to have such a diverse group so we can understand the requirements and flexibility of the Preventive Controls for Animal Food Rule,' says Cassandra Jones, course instructor and associate professor of animal sciences and industry.

The course offered certificates upon completion on the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP). In order to receive certificates, each participant had to fully demonstrate the requirements by a 'preventive controls qualified individuals' per the FDA's regulation.

Participant Madelyn Tusha, Kent Nutrition Group plant engineer, shares that she knew the regulations, but wanted to get a more in-depth look as to why they're in place.

'It's important for people at the feed mill to understand the reasons as to why procedures are set in place,' Ms Tusha says. 'It was helpful to dive deeper into what the FDA looks for and how they can help us.'

The course curriculum was developed by the Food Safety Preventative Controls Alliance.

In addition to supporting professional food safety training the IGP Institute also offers training in grain processing and flour milling, grain marketing and risk management, and feed manufacturing and grain quality management.

To learn more about other upcoming courses visit the IGP website, HERE.

 

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