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FSMA PSA Grower Food Safety Training
May 31, 2022 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fruit and vegetables growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), co-management, and the proposed FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule would benefit greatly from this training. Additionally, any growers who would like to meet the proposed Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in §112.22 (c): “At least one supervisor from the farm must complete food safety training at least equivalent to the standardized curriculum recognized by the FDA.” Note: Completion of this course is a regulatory requirement for all Kentucky fruit and vegetable growers with over $25,000 in yearly sales and those growers seeking a Qualified Exemption.
Topics to be covered:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domestic Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
In addition to learning about produce safety best practices, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements are outlined within each module. There will be time for questions and discussion, so participants should come prepared to share their experiences and produce safety questions.