Course Overview
Conducting internal audits with a food safety focus is required to determine whether your SQF food safety system is implemented effectively. The analysis of results is critical to ensure that the food safety plan continues to be effective. Challenges to achieving continual improvement in food safety programs can occur due to improperly conducted and documented internal audits.
Gain the knowledge and skill to internally audit your SQF food safety system effectively to ensure food safety and compliance with SQF requirements in this course.
This course is applicable to all SQF Food Safety Codes. Participants must bring their own copy of the applicable SQF Code to the training program.
Required Course Prerequisites
- Strong understanding of Prerequisite Programs and Good Manufacturing Practices
- HACCP training, that meets SQFI requirements, within the past 5 years
- A copy of your HACCP certificate must be sent to abrock@wisconsindairy.org prior to the start of the course, if available. Failure to send your most recent HACCP certificate may result in removal from the course.
- PCQI training, within the past 5 years
- A copy of your PCQI certificate must be sent to abrock@wisconsindairy.org prior to the start of the course, if available. Failure to send your most recent PCQI certificate may result in removal from the course.
Recommended Course Prerequisites
- Employment at a food manufacturing facility
- Some exposure to conducting internal audits
Course Technology Requirements
This course will be held in person. A computer is required for the course.
Course Attendance
You must be present and engaged for at least 90% of the course to obtain your certificate at the end of the course.
Continuing Education Credits
Contact hours for this course can be applied toward a number of professional certifications including those offered by the American Society for Quality (ASQ), Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), National Environmental Health Association (NEHA) and many other organizations. If you are looking to utilize these credit hours for a professional certification, please let us know and we will provide a formal letter of contact hours and an agenda.
Course Details:
This one (1.0) day, in person course is open to all Wisconsin dairy companies and will be held at North Central Technical College – Wausau. Attendance will be limited to the first 25 registrants, so please register early. The course fee is $200 and will cover registration, meals, breaks and all materials.
The course will run as follows:
Friday, November 17th – 8:00 AM ~ 4:30 PM
The address for the training is 1000 W Campus Dr, Wausau, WI 54401
Cost:
Cost to attend the short course is $200.00 per student. The cost covers registration, meals, breaks and all materials.
Hotel Details:
There are a number of hotel options in the Wausau area. Please feel free to book a preferred hotel at your convenience. Note: short course attendees are responsible for their own lodging.
Parking Options:
There is no cost for parking at North Central Technical College in Wausau. Additional parking information can be found in the following link: https://www.ntc.edu/safety-security/parking
Dining Options:
Wausau has a wide variety of dinner options available for those looking to stay over for a night. If you’re looking for some great dining options, please check out the following link: https://www.visitwausau.com/restaurants/
We look forward to your attendance and participation as we work to ensure Wisconsin continues to be a leader in dairy food safety!