Course Introduction
In the footsteps of basic Food Safety follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Prerequisite Programmes (PRPs), and it plays an integral part in any food handling establishment.
To consistently produce high-quality and safe food products, all food handling premises should conform to Good Manufacturing Practices, which focuses on five key elements. These five elements are also called the 5Ps of GMP (people, premises, processes, products and procedures (paperwork).
Our Good Manufacturing Practices for food handlers course teaches the learner the basic GMP requirements for food handling premises. It is mainly based on some of the requirements referred to in Regulations R638, SANS 10049: 2019 and the ISO/TS 22002 series.
PLEASE NOTE: This course is an extension of our basic food safety courses for food handlers and persons in charge of food premises.
Target Audience
The following people will benefit significantly by attending this course:
All food handlers not in key positions
Anyone in a key position not forming part of the HACCP Team or who is not going to proceed to the more advanced HACCP / FSMS courses.
Course Level and Duration
BASIC LEVEL 1 (EQUIVALENT TO NQF LEVEL 1)
Physical and Virtual Classrooms: 1 day
How Can You Attend?
The following classroom options are available:
Physical Public Classroom
Virtual Public Classroom via Zoom
In-house On-SITE or Off-SITE Physical Classroom
In-house Virtual Classroom via Zoom
Course Benefits
How will this course benefit the learner?
The learner should have a better understanding of the basic Good Manufacturing Practices for food premises after successful completion of this course.
The learner will receive a certificate. A course pass rate of 70% is required to receive a course certificate.
The learner will be assessed to determine competency.
This course is presented by our industry and subject matter experts.
Minimum Prerequisite Requirements
What are the minimum prerequisite requirements for the learner to attend this course?
None
Course Outline
THE IMPACT OF GMP ON FOOD SAFETY
What is Food Safety, and Why is It Important?
The Difference Between Food Safety and Food Quality
The Importance of Food Safety
Rights of Consumers
Overview of GMPs for Food Handling Premises
Food Safety Hazards (More details in the Module)
Personal Hygiene (More details in the Module)
Temperature Control (More details in the Module)
Pest Control (More details in the Module)
Waste Control (More details in the Module)
Cleaning and Sanitising (More details in the Module)
Recordkeeping (A brief overview)
Construction and Layout of Premises (A brief overview)
Requirements for Equipment (A brief overview)
Recordkeeping (A brief overview)
Traceability and Recall (A brief overview)
Staff Training
Food Defence (A brief overview)
Food Fraud (A brief overview)
THE DIFFERENT FOOD SAFETY HAZARDS AND THEIR RELATED CORRECTIVE PROCEDURES
Biological Hazards – Identification, Prevention, Control and Corrective Action
Physical Hazards – Identification, Prevention, Control and Corrective Action
Chemical Hazards – Identification, Prevention, Control and Corrective Action
Allergenic Hazards – Identification, Prevention, Control and Corrective Action
CLEANING AND SANITISING
Difference Between Cleaning and Sanitising
Chemical Requirements for Cleaning and Sanitising – Types, Mixing, Containers, Storage
Requirements for Cleaning and Sanitising Equipment – Storage, Types, Cleaning of Cleaning Equipment
Protective Clothing Requirements
Training Requirements for Cleaning and Sanitising
Documentation and Recordkeeping (Examples)
Cleaning Requirements for Different Areas – Food Handling Areas, Staff Facilities, Ablutions, Warehouse, Food Transportation Vehicles, Outsite, etc.
Cleaning Requirements for Different Surfaces
Cleaning of Food Contact Surfaces – Countertops, Equipment, Utensils, Other Facilities.
Cleaning of Non-food Contact Surfaces – Floors, Ceilings, Walls, Drains, Handwashing Stations
BRIEF OVERVIEW OF HACCP
What is HACCP, and Why is it Important? (Benefits)
Brief Overview of the 12 Stages of HACCP – 5 Preliminary Stages of HACCP and the 7 Principles of HACCP
When is HACCP compulsory?
TEMPERATURE CONTROL AND MEASUREMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTS
Why are Temperature Measurement and Control Important?
The Relationship Between Temperature Control and Microbial Growth (FATTOM)
Understanding the Temperature Chart and Danger Zones
Identifying High-risk or temperature-sensitive food products
Temperature Measurement and Control for Different Processes
Temperature Requirements for Different Food Products (Regulations R638 Temperature Chart)
Requirements During Food Preparation
Requirements for Cooking / Heating
Requirements for Cooling
Requirements for Thawing
Requirements During Cold and Hot Storage / Holding / Display
Requirements During Transportation / Distribution / Receiving
Requirements for Temperature Controlled Equipment (Facilities) – Coolers, Freezers, Fridges
Requirements for Temperature Control and Measurement Equipment – Thermometers / Thermostats / Calibration
Recording and Documentation of Temperature Measurement (Examples)
PERSONAL HYGIENE, GROOMING, HEALTH, BEHAVIOUR AND CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS
Requirements for Personal Hygiene
Requirements for Personal Grooming
Requirements for Personal Health
Requirements for Personal Behaviour
Requirements for Protective Clothing
Hygiene Code of Conduct
PEST CONTROL
Why are Pests not Allowed on Food Premises?
Identification of Pests in Food Handling Environments
Who is Responsible for Pest Activity Monitoring and Control
Steps to Prevent Pests in a Food Handling Environment
Basic Pest Control Procedures
Pest Control Recording and Documentation
PEST CONTROL
Why are Pests not Allowed on Food Premises?
Identification of Pests in Food Handling Environments
Who is Responsible for Pest Activity Monitoring and Control
Steps to Prevent Pests in a Food Handling Environment
Basic Pest Control Procedures
Pest Control Recording and Documentation
ASSESSMENTS
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Complete Training Events Calendar
CALENDAR TIP: To find the next training event for this course, type “FS03” in the search criteria below. Under “tag” select your preference: physical classroom training or virtual classroom via Zoom training.
Please note all our training events are also available as on-demand and/or in-house training. Complete the registration form above and we will be in touch.
Online Self-Paced Food Safety Practices for Persons in Charge of Food Premises Course (FS01)
Online Self-Paced Food Safety Practices for Persons in Charge of Food Premises Course (FS01)
Online Self-Paced Food Safety Practices for Persons in Charge of Food Premises Course (FS01)
Conducting a Root Cause Analysis in the Food Industry Course (FS12)
Implementation of BRC Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 9 Course (FS16)
Implementation of ISO 22000: 2018 Course (FS20)
Implementation of FSSC 22000 V6 for Food Manufacturing Course (FS22)
Implementation of FSSC 22000 V6 for Food Packaging Manufacturing Course (FS24)
Implementation of BRC Global Standard for Packaging Materials Issue 6 Course (FS18)
Online Self-Paced Food Safety Practices for Persons in Charge of Food Premises Course (FS01)
Conducting a Root Cause Analysis in the Food Industry Course (FS12)