Food Safety and Public Health Services
The course is structured to build true competence through a progression of clear, practical, and relevant modules. From the start, we establish a strong foundation in food safety management systems.
Without this advanced competence, HACCP plans become outdated or misaligned with regulatory requirements, and organizations struggle during audits. Complex hazards, high-risk processes, allergen management, and environmental pathogen risks demand advanced analytical skills.
Learn how practical Root Cause Analysis training can equip food safety teams with the best tools to solve problems and prevent recurrence. Also see FAQs & Quiz.
A comprehensive guide of the top 10 most essential training requirements your team needs for FSSC 22000 certification. Recommendations, FAQs and more.
(Act No. 68 of 2008 ) This South African Regulation establishes the internal enforcement functions of the National Consumer Commission by formally withdrawing its previous Enforcement Guidelines
(Act No. 61 of 2003) This South African Regulation establishes the delivery of environmental health services across a wide range of premises (including food‑handling, accommodation, public gathering places, and waste facilities), by establishing national norms and standards to protect public health and prevent environmental conditions that may constitute a health hazard.
(ACT No. 119 OF 1990) This South African Regulation governs the the quality, grading, and export requirements of oilseeds; ensuring exporters comply with updated export‑control norms, packaging, and certification to meet both domestic and international regulatory expectations
(Act No. 56 of 1974) This South African Regulation establishes the ethical conduct of registered health‑care practitioners, specifically allowing for expanded professional collaboration (e.g., partnerships between optometrists and dispensing opticians), multidisciplinary practices, and reinforcing contract-based employment in the interest of public health.
(Act no. 119 of 1990) This South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the the inspection fees for agricultural product standards inspections (including food production and processing), by inviting comments on the proposed fee structure for 2026 to ensure transparency and cost‑recovery in inspection services.
(ACT No. 119 OF 1990) Government Notice No. 6774 published in Government Gazette No. 53605 on 31 October 2025.
(Act No. 107 of 1998) This South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for integrating climate change considerations into applications for environmental authorisations, atmospheric emission licences, and waste management licences, ensuring that environmental impact assessments account for greenhouse gas emissions, mitigation strategies, and climate-resilient planning.
(Act No. 36 of 1998) Gazette No. 6728 of 10 October 2025 – Notifications to Introduce the National Water Amendment Bills, 2025 into Parliament.
Prepare your organisation for FSSC 22000 Version 7 with ASC Public Health and Food Safety. Learn about updated prerequisite programs (ISO 22002-x:2025), GFSI alignment, and sustainability requirements. Access expert training, documentation toolkits, and guidance to streamline your transition, maintain certification, and stay ahead in global food safety standards
Discover ISO 22002-100:2025, the new foundation for food safety prerequisite programmes (PRPs). ASC Public Health and Food Safety helps organisations simplify compliance, embed robust hygiene and operational controls, streamline audits, and achieve ISO 22000:2018 and FSSC 22000 certification with expert toolkits and flexible training
GLOBALG.A.P. Primary Farm Assurance, formerly known as Local.G.A.P. offers small-scale farmers (primary producers) an easy way to certification and market access. With growing demand from South African retailers for compliance, this entry-level standard empowers local producers to meet food safety expectations and build trust with buyers without the complications and cost of full certification.
BRCGS Packaging Materials Issue 7 introduces important updates that build on the foundations of Issue 6, with a stronger focus on sustainability, risk management, and food safety culture. This quick guide outlines the key changes, including expanded scope for innovative materials, enhanced hygiene and environmental monitoring, and tighter supplier controls. Whether you are preparing for certification or simply seeking to understand what has changed, this overview will help you navigate the main differences.
Is it mandatory to complete SETA-accredited Food Safety training for Persons in Charge of Food Premises when applying for a Certificate of Acceptability (CoA) for your food business? Here are the facts and best food safety training options.
Part 6: Understanding Food Fraud in the FSSC 22000 V6 scheme. Learn more about the FSSC 22000 V6 additional requirements in this 20-part series!
Want to know what the GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody requirements are? We have summarised the requirements. Download the standard and checklist here.
Learn the key GLOBALG.A.P. Chain of Custody requirements for retail and restaurants. Download the standard and checklist here.