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SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: A Look Back at 2025 & Ahead to 2026
DESCRIPTION:2025 brought major shifts in compliance expectations\, supply chain visibility\, and technology adoption across the food and beverage industry. As we head into 2026\, leaders are facing new pressures\, from evolving FDA oversight to increased demand for real-time data and digital traceability.\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special edition of FSMA Friday\, featuring an exclusive\, interactive Q&A session with Dr. David Acheson\, President and CEO of TAG and one of the industry’s most trusted voices in food safety\, regulatory strategy\, and FSMA preparedness.\n\n\n\nWhether you’re navigating audits\, strengthening compliance programs\, or adopting SaaS tools to modernize operations\, this is your chance to hear directly from the expert who has guided hundreds of top manufacturers through regulatory change.\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-a-look-back-at-2025-looking-ahead-to-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
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SUMMARY:FSVP QI Training: Don’t Get 483’d by Your FSVP
DESCRIPTION:Under the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) rule of FSMA\, a qualified individual (QI) must develop and maintain a FSVP as well as perform certain risk-based activities to verify that a food to be imported to the U.S. was produced in a manner that meets U.S. food safety standards. This TAG-delivered course will provide participants with the education and training needed to become a QI and develop and implement an FSVP to keep you safe from 483s. \nTo assist in your FSVP development\, TAG is offering a virtual FSVP QI training on January 20-21\, 2026\, delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Christopher Snabes. TAG training follows the standardized curriculum developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the training. \n$800 per person plus course materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsvp-qi-training-dont-get-483d-by-your-fsvp-2/
CATEGORIES:FSVP QI Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T120000
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SUMMARY:FSMA Friday Webinar: How Traceable Are Your Products … Really?
DESCRIPTION:Even though regulation deadlines have shifted for FSMA 204\, food traceability continues to be at the forefront of our industry. But how ready is your organization to meet these new requirements?\n\nJoin TAG’s COO and EVP of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs\, Dr. Ben Miller\, and Eric Marshall\, Principal at Leavitt Partners and Executive Director of the Partnership for Food Traceability (PFT)\, for an exclusive FSMA Friday session that brings together regulatory insight\, industry collaboration\, and practical strategies for compliance success.\n\nTogether\, they’ll share updates on:\n\n\nThe current state of FSMA 204 implementation across the industry\n\n\nHow the Partnership for Food Traceability is collaborating with the FDA to address key compliance challenges\n\n\nReal-world examples of how leading food companies are preparing for end-to-end traceability\n\n\nActionable steps you can take to strengthen your digital traceability programs today\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis is your opportunity to gain insider knowledge from two leading voices shaping the future of food safety and compliance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-webinar-how-traceable-are-your-products-really/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250404T140521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193853Z
UID:34116-1765152000-1765411199@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Current Good Manufacturing Practice\, Hazard Analysis\, and Risk‐based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (referred to as the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation) is intended to ensure safe manufacturing/processing\, packing\, and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed by a “preventive controls qualified individual.” This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)\, is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” \nTAG is offering a virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0 on December 8-10\, 2025 delivered by Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Ruth Petran\, and Director of Food Safety\, Kate McInnes. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n$875 per person plus course materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-fspca-preventive-controls-for-human-food-participant-course-version-2-0-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251121T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20251006T175834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T175834Z
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SUMMARY:What We Can Learn From Recent Regulatory Violations & How to Avoid Them
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Ruth Petran (Senior Advisor of Food Safety) for FSMA Friday as she explores recent regulatory violations within the food safety landscape\, providing valuable lessons that can be applied to enhance compliance and prevent future infractions. \nGain a deeper understanding of the factors leading to these violations and learn effective strategies to mitigate risks within your plant. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/what-we-can-learn-from-recent-regulatory-violations-how-to-avoid-them/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20251110T182236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T191836Z
UID:35485-1763197200-1763200800@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Microbiological Concerns in the Food Industry
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Microbiologists Society of India\, TAG’s COO and Executive Vice President of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs\, Ben Miller\, will be discussing Microbiological Concerns in the Food Industry. \nClick here to join
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/microbiological-concerns-in-the-food-industry/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T111500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20251020T163726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T163841Z
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SUMMARY:Georgia Association for Food Protection
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Georgia Association for Food Protection\, this in-person meeting brings together professionals from every corner of the food safety community—including production\, processing\, retail\, regulation\, and academia. With timely presentations from university researchers and industry leaders\, plus opportunities to network and collaborate\, this event supports GAFP’s mission to advance food safety and safeguard the food we all depend on. \nTAG’s Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Dr. Ruth Petran\, will be presenting on Hazard Analysis: Uncovering the Overlooked Risks. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/georgia-association-for-food-protection/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
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UID:34120-1762214400-1762473599@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual IA Vulnerability Assessment Training
DESCRIPTION:To fulfill the requirements of FSMA’s Intentional Adulteration (IA) Rule\, food facilities must develop and maintain a written Food Defense Plan (FDP). This FDP must be written by a Food Defense Qualified Individual (FDQI). Included in the requirements for the written FDP is a vulnerability assessment (VA) for each facility. \nTo assist FDQIs in the development of the written FDP\, TAG is offering a virtual IA VA training from November 5-6\, 2025. TAG’s training\, delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Christopher Snabes\, and Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Angela Ferelli Gruber\, follows the standardized curriculum developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for the “FSPCA Intentional Adulteration Vulnerability Assessments\,” using the Three Fundamental Elements approach\, upon successful completion of the training. \nRequired pre-requisite training: KAT and Mitigation Training courses are required to be taken prior to this training and will be offered on November 4\, 2025. \n*$595 per person plus training materials and shipping fees. An additional $50 per person for the pre-requisite training. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-ia-vulnerability-assessment-training-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20251006T174649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T174750Z
UID:35313-1761912000-1761915600@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Nudges\, Habits\, and Peer Power: Applying Behavioral Science to Food Safety
DESCRIPTION:Small changes in how we train\, coach\, and design workflows can create lasting food safety behaviors. \nWhy do employees sometimes skip steps they know are important? Behavioral science offers answers — and solutions. Many companies already apply these principles to employee safety\, and the same approaches can strengthen food safety practices. Join Senior Director of Food Safety\, Mary Hoffman\, for FSMA Friday\, where she will explore how nudges\, habit formation\, and peer influence can drive consistent food safety behaviors\, with practical tools you can adapt immediately on the plant floor. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/nudges-habits-and-peer-power-applying-behavioral-science-to-food-safety/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250722T153117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T162342Z
UID:34755-1760878800-1760893200@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA 204 Traceability Simulation: Be a Part of the Standard Setting in a Hands-On Workshop
DESCRIPTION:With the deadline for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Traceability Rule (204) extended\, the industry has been given an expanded opportunity to work with FDA on developing standards for an industry-shaped interoperable traceability system. \nIn this pre-conference workshop\, sponsored and led by the Partnerships for Food Traceability (PFT)\, participants will take part in small-group\, hands-on exercises focused on tracing product from farm to fork\, using the PFT-developed simulated data set. The session will explore challenges and solutions in sharing traceability information with trading partners. Takeaways include practical resources to apply standards for supply chain traceability\, product flow mapping\, identification of Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) and Key Data Elements (KDEs)\, master data roles and responsibilities\, and more.​ \nLearn more here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-204-traceability-simulation-be-a-part-of-the-standard-setting-in-a-hands-on-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250919T144456Z
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UID:35163-1758888000-1758891600@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:The FSQA Heartbeat: Building Plant-Wide Systems That Stick
DESCRIPTION:Join TAG’s Director of Food Safety\, Kevin Steward\, and SafetyChain as they share how to build systems that drive mutual accountability\, align with company goals\, and address the daily complexity of meeting compliance across four pillars: government\, industry\, customer\, and internal requirements. With SQF Code Edition 10 placing greater emphasis on culture\, now is the time to strengthen and unite FSQA across your organization.\n\nAttendees will learn how to:\n\n\nExtend FSQA responsibility across departments\n\n\nEstablish a regular accountability “heartbeat” tied to company goals\n\n\nLeverage leadership as the glue that sustains strong systems\n\n\nBalance compliance across government\, industry\, customer\, and internal requirements\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/the-fsqa-heartbeat-building-plant-wide-systems-that-stick/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
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CREATED:20250404T141616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162653Z
UID:34127-1757376000-1757548799@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual HACCP Training
DESCRIPTION:HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) is a globally recognized food safety system designed to prevent contamination and ensure compliance across the food industry. By identifying and controlling hazards at key stages of production\, HACCP helps businesses reduce foodborne illnesses\, avoid costly recalls\, and enhance consumer trust. Required in restaurants\, manufacturing\, retail\, and food transport\, HACCP follows a seven-step process focusing on risk prevention\, monitoring\, and corrective actions. \nTAG is offering a virtual session of HACCP training on September 9-10\, 2025\, delivered by Directors of Food Safety\, Sam Davidson and Kate McInnes. Participants will receive a Certificate of Attendance bearing the seal of accreditation from the International HACCP Alliance after successful completion of the training. \n$675 per person \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/hazard-analysis-and-critical-control-points-haccp-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250819T154656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T154824Z
UID:35056-1756468800-1756472400@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Food Safety Culture That Works: How Real Facilities Build Buy-In and Prove It
DESCRIPTION:Everyone’s talking about food safety culture. But most teams are still figuring out what it actually takes to build one and how to show it’s real. \nThere’s no clear industry standard to food safety culture. No checklist. And no one-size-fits-all approach. That leaves FSQA managers stuck trying to lead culture change with limited support\, unclear expectations\, and pressure from audits or customer reviews to “show evidence” of something that doesn’t come with a playbook. \nAnd with SQF Edition 10 on the horizon\, many expect food safety culture to take an even more visible role in certification audits\, adding new urgency to a challenge that’s already hard to define. \nIn this FSMA Friday\, TAG’s Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Angela Ferelli Gruber\, will cover: \n\nWhat a strong food safety culture really looks like\nHow to assess where your facility stands\nWhat successful companies do to make culture stick\nA practical model for building culture even without top-down support\n\nWe’ll also cover how tech fits in and the value of using real-time tools for tracking\, trending\, and alerts to help make food safety part of daily operations\, not just QA’s job. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhy FSQA leaders can’t—and shouldn’t—own food safety culture alone\nWhat a maturing vs. stagnant culture looks like\nHow to start assessing culture across your facility\nWhat evidence might look like\, even without clear guidance\nHow to use KPIs and digital tools to drive visibility and ownership\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/food-safety-culture-that-works-how-real-facilities-build-buy-in-and-prove-it/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250825T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250728T195638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T142900Z
UID:34886-1756126800-1756130400@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Live Webinar: From Chaos to Clarity: How Next Generation Sequencing Empowers Food Safety
DESCRIPTION:Come join Clear Labs and TAG on August 25th from 1-2 pm EST for a live webinar!\nClick here to register for reminders and post-webinar options. \n					\n									Register for webinar\n					 \nClick here to skip registration and instead download the calendar event. \n					\n									Download Event
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/34886/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250404T134017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193911Z
UID:34109-1754352000-1754611199@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Current Good Manufacturing Practice\, Hazard Analysis\, and Risk‐based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (referred to as the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation) is intended to ensure safe manufacturing/processing\, packing\, and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed by a “preventive controls qualified individual.” This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)\, is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” \nTAG is offering a virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0 on August 5-7\, 2025 delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Kate McInnes\, and Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Lily Yang. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n$875 per person plus course materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-fspca-preventive-controls-for-human-food-participant-course-version-2-0-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250625T183230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T185458Z
UID:34609-1753574400-1753919999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:TAG is Headed to IAFP 2025
DESCRIPTION:TAG is attending IAFP 2025 in Cleveland\, Ohio! Stop by Booth #528 to connect with our experts in food safety and public health. Whether you have specific questions or just want to say hello\, we’re looking forward to connecting! \nDon’t Miss Our Speaker Sessions: \nMonday\, July 28 | 10:45 AM“Crossing the Finish Line: Industry’s Race to FSMA 204 Compliance”Speakers: Ben Miller (COO & EVP of Regulatory & Scientific Affairs) & Lisa Lupo (Director\, Communications) \nTuesday\, July 29 | 10:45 AM“Shaping Tomorrow: Bold Predictions About the Future of Global Food Safety Regulation and How Industry Can Lead the Way”Speaker: Cameron Prince (EVP of Regulatory Affairs & Managing Director of TAG Canada) \nTuesday\, July 29 | 3:45 PM“Edibles and Drinkables – Food Safety Explorations at the Intersection of Food and Cannabis”Speaker: Lily Yang (Senior Manager\, Food Safety) \nLearn more here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/tag-is-headed-to-iafp-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250725T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250716T182952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T183207Z
UID:34684-1753444800-1753448400@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: Allergens\, Labels\, and Liability: Preventing the Recall You Didn’t See Coming
DESCRIPTION:Undeclared allergens now account for 57% of FDA food recalls in 2025 year-to-date\, a jump from 46% overall and a clear warning that the risk is rising. The pattern is clear: one missed ingredient declaration or supplier communication breakdown triggers recalls that could have been prevented with the right controls in place. \nJoin TAG’s Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Lily Yang\, for a deep dive into the specific breakdowns that turn routine ingredient changes into crisis-level recalls. This isn’t about general best practices; it’s about the concrete protocols that catch problems before they reach your customers. \nYou’ll learn why allergens remain the #1 reason for recalls (FDA\, 2025 YTD) along with concrete strategies to get ahead of the risk\, including:  \n\nWhat to include in your supplier manual to clarify roles\, expectations\, and change notification protocols\, including language that ensures immediate notification for any ingredient\, spec\, or allergen change.\n\n\nHow untracked ingredient switches and allergen interactions trigger downstream labeling issues\, along with proven frameworks to catch these sneak-throughs before they go public.\n\n\nWhy misalignment across suppliers\, co-mans\, and corporate teams undermines food safety\, and clear steps for mapping “who does what\, when” in label verification to prevent loose handoffs.\n\n\nWhat FSQA\, operations\, and company leaders can do to align on allergen controls as a cross-functional compliance priority.\n\nWhile total recalls are trending slightly down in 2025\, allergen-related recalls are up 16% year-to-date compared to 2024\, reinforcing that the cost of gaps in your allergen management system has never been higher. Every day without these controls increases your exposure to the recalls that blindside even experienced food safety teams. \nA single missed change can trigger mass product withdrawal\, weeks of rework\, or permanent damage to customer relationships. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-allergens-labels-and-liability-preventing-the-recall-you-didnt-see-coming/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250603T165403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T165628Z
UID:34492-1752019200-1752191999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:All India Spices Exporters Forum
DESCRIPTION:TAG’s Director of Food Safety\, Ranjeet Klair\, will provide an International Food Safety & Compliance training on July 9-10\, 2025\, at the AISEF Centre of Excellence for Spices\, focused on FDA\, CFIA\, EU\, and beyond! Topics will include: Food Defense\, Root Cause Analysis\, Corrective Action\, Recall Crisis Management\, High-level Senior Management Food Safety\, HACCP with reference to Food Safety Culture\, and High-level FDA\, CFIA\, EU import compliance applicable to the spice industry. \nLearn more here and Register here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/all-india-spices-exporters-forum/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250404T141340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T142034Z
UID:34123-1752019200-1752191999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSVP QI Training: Don’t Get 483’d by Your FSVP
DESCRIPTION:Under the Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) rule of FSMA\, a qualified individual (QI) must develop and maintain a FSVP as well as perform certain risk-based activities to verify that a food to be imported to the U.S. was produced in a manner that meets U.S. food safety standards. This TAG delivered course will provide participants with the education and training needed to become a QI and develop and implement an FSVP to keep you safe from 483s. \nTo assist in your FSVP development\, TAG is offering a virtual FSVP QI training on July 9-10\, 2025 delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Christopher Snabes. TAG training follows the standardized curriculum developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and recognized by the FDA. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the training. \n*$750 per person plus training materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsvp-qi-training-dont-get-483d-by-your-fsvp-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250603T155603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T165729Z
UID:34488-1751328000-1751587199@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Ranjeet Klair to speak at Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB)
DESCRIPTION:TAG’s Director of Food Safety\, Ranjeet Klair\, will speak at the Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) at the Chennai Trade Centre in India from July 1-3\, 2025. \nMore information to come.
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/ranjeet-klair-to-speak-at-seafood-expo-bharat-seb/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250627T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250620T125605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T125759Z
UID:34575-1751025600-1751029200@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:The Do's and Don'ts of Preparing for a Recall
DESCRIPTION:Food recalls more than doubled from 2023 to 2024. Unfortunately\, most food companies discover their recall preparation is inadequate only when it’s too late. The difference between companies that handle recalls smoothly and those that struggle is not just about performing mock recalls; it’s also about having a clear understanding of the process. It’s about effectively managing and mitigating risks with practiced\, prepared teams. \nIn this session\, Director of Food Safety\, Sam Davidson\, reveals why most recall plans crumble under pressure and shares the specific steps that separate recall-ready companies from those that falter. \nWhat you’ll discover: \n\nThe critical recall management mistakes that turn minor issues into major crises\, and how to avoid them\nEssential components every recall response program needs to succeed\nHow to run mock recalls that actually test your readiness\nWhy recall preparedness must extend beyond your quality team\nHow SafetyChain helps companies build a culture of recall responsibility while staying prepared for any quality or regulatory event\n\nDon’t wait until a recall happens to discover if your plan works. In this 45-minute session\, you’ll learn exactly what separates companies that respond quickly from those that suffer lasting damage to their reputation and bottom line. \nRegister here!
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/the-dos-and-donts-of-preparing-for-a-recall/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250619
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250421T183914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T133132Z
UID:34195-1750032000-1750291199@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Current Good Manufacturing Practice\, Hazard Analysis\, and Risk‐based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (referred to as the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation) is intended to ensure safe manufacturing/processing\, packing\, and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed by a “preventive controls qualified individual.” This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)\, is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” \nTAG is offering a virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0 on June 16-18\, 2025\, delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Lacey Keesee\, and Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Lily Yang. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n$875 per person plus course materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-fspca-preventive-controls-for-human-food-participant-course-version-2-0-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250519T191144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T191144Z
UID:34384-1749042000-1749045600@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA 204 Industry Interoperability Decisions and Operational Pilots
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an update from the Partnership for Food Traceability! Learn more about the decisions the industry has made thus far in aligning on a Blueprint for Interoperability for compliance with the FSMA 204 Traceability Rule. The PFT team will preview virtual simulations and operational pilots designed to test the current state of interoperable traceability and existing challenges across the supply chain. We will also share an update on our workplan timeline – and how PFT plans to make the most of the extended implementation date – in light of FDA’s recent announcement to delay implementation of the traceability rule for 30 months. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-204-industry-interoperability-decisions-and-operational-pilots/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250530T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250515T195852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T195852Z
UID:34326-1748606400-1748610000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: Outdated or Overlooked? Rethinking Your Hazard Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Is your hazard analysis plan really up to date or collecting dust? Join TAG’s Director of Food Safety\, Kate McInnes\, for FSMA Friday as she explores the hidden gaps commonly found within inherited HACCP plans and why now’s the time to re-evaluate. With updated PCQI training and increased customer scrutiny\, outdated hazard analysis could be putting your food safety reputation at risk. \nKey takeaways: \n\nCommon blind spots in HACCP plans (and how to spot them)\nWhy hazard planning should extend beyond the QA team\nWhat the new PCQI curriculum means for ingredient-level analysis\nHow proactive evaluations strengthen food safety culture and customer trust\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-outdated-or-overlooked-rethinking-your-hazard-analysis/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250516
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250320T191529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T192733Z
UID:34027-1747008000-1747353599@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:TAG Attending Food Safety Summit
DESCRIPTION:Come join TAG at the Food Safety Summit in Rosemont\, Illinois. We will have a variety of Account Managers and Subject Matter Experts eager to converse at booth 513. \nLearn more here!
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/tag-attending-food-safety-summit/
LOCATION:Donald E Stephens Convention Center\, 5555 N. River Road\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250425T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250410T195124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T184156Z
UID:34155-1745582400-1745586000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Tariffs\, Testing\, and Trust: How Economic Pressures Are Changing Food Safety
DESCRIPTION:Inflation and economic policies\, like tariffs\, can force manufacturers to adjust their sourcing strategies which may lead to increased food safety risks. \n  \n\n\n\nJoin TAG’s Executive Vice President of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs\, Ben Miller\, who will discuss how food companies can re-evaluate their food safety programs – from supplier quality to workforce management – amidst rising costs and regulatory shifts. In this session we’ll review: \n  \n\n\n\n\nWhere economic disruptions can weaken food safety\n\n\n\nWhat control points should be reviewed and updated\n\n\n\nHow to strengthen supplier evaluation\, testing\, and verification programs\n\n\n\nThe role of customers in setting food safety expectations\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/tariffs-testing-and-trust-how-economic-pressures-are-changing-food-safety/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250324T141406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T141447Z
UID:34034-1745452800-1745711999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:TAG Attending AFI Conference
DESCRIPTION:TAG’s Christopher Snabes\, Director of Food Safety\, will be attending the 2025 AFI Annual Convention on April 24-26\, 2025. Be sure to stop by the TAG booth to discuss all things food safety! \nLearn more here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/tag-attending-afi-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T134500
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250404T152311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T180000Z
UID:34132-1745409600-1745415900@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Food Safety Supply Chain Management Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Although the FSMA 204 compliance date has been extended\, there remains global momentum for traceability\, with many downstream suppliers still requiring full traceability plans\, consumers pushing for transparency\, and businesses discovering unexpected benefits – providing cause for businesses to continue their drive to compliance without pause. The extension has provided time to develop and fine-tune a robust\, industry interoperable program. \nRegardless of the regulation\, a good traceability plan enhances brand reputation\, operational efficiency\, and risk management. Simply\, it’s good business. \nJoin TAG for a virtual conference where you will learn the best practices of companies well into FSMA 204 compliance\, potential pitfalls that you might encounter\, how to navigate the complexities of FSMA compliance\, and finally\, how to achieve end-to-end traceability across your supply chain. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/food-safety-supply-chain-management-virtual-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250417
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250210T200217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T192748Z
UID:33790-1744588800-1744847999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0
DESCRIPTION:The Current Good Manufacturing Practice\, Hazard Analysis\, and Risk‐based Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation (referred to as the Preventive Controls for Human Food regulation) is intended to ensure safe manufacturing/processing\, packing\, and holding of food products for human consumption in the United States. The regulation requires that certain activities must be completed by a “preventive controls qualified individual.” This course\, developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA)\, is the “standardized curriculum” recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “preventive controls qualified individual.” \nTAG is offering a virtual FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Participant Course Version 2.0 on April 14-16\, 2025 delivered by Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Ruth Petran\, and Director of Food Safety\, Sam Davidson. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n$875 per person plus course materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-fspca-preventive-controls-for-human-food-participant-course-version-2-0/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250410T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250410T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T125348
CREATED:20250304T192913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T192913Z
UID:33896-1744277400-1744281000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Lessons Learnt from Product Recalls in 2024
DESCRIPTION:In 2024\, Canada experienced several product recalls. What can safety and QA experts learn to avoid falling short of safety standards? Join TAG’s EVP of Regulatory Affairs\, Cameron Prince\, as he discusses creating a roadmap to: \n\nAssess the increased risks associated with complex supply chains and identify ways to mitigate them\nExplore the reasons for recent recalls to avoid common pitfalls and issues\nImplement best practices for managing recalls quickly and effectively\n\nLearn more here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/lessons-learnt-from-product-recalls-in-2024/
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