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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250727
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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;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250808
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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;TZID=UTC:20250825T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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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;TZID=UTC:20250829T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T154824Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20250919T144456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T144806Z
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;TZID=UTC:20251019T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20250722T153117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T162342Z
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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:20251031T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20250404T141055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T141859Z
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:20251106T111500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251020T163726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T163841Z
UID:35400-1762427700-1762430400@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
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;TZID=UTC:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T100000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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:20251121T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251006T175834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T175834Z
UID:35317-1763726400-1763730000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
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;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
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:20251219T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251118T181455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T181455Z
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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:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251110T175223Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251118T183234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165918Z
UID:35526-1769774400-1769778000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251111T164309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T164309Z
UID:35494-1770595200-1770854399@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Human Food PCQI Training
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 February 9-11\, 2026\, delivered by Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Ruth Petran\, 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 training materials and shipping fees. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-human-food-pcqi-training-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260227T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20251217T190652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T191605Z
UID:35611-1772193600-1772197200@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: FSMA's Lab Accreditation Rule: What Food & Beverage Manufacturers & Importers Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Join TAG’s Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Dan Rice\, for FSMA Friday on February 27\, 2026 at 12pm ET. Dan and SafetyChain Software will explore when LAAF-accredited labs are required\, how the rule ties into outbreak investigations and import oversight\, and what food and beverage manufacturers should do now to evaluate their readiness. Attendees will gain practical guidance on risk-based testing strategies\, documentation expectations\, and how to work effectively with internal and third-party labs under the FSMA framework.\nWhat You’ll Learn\n\n\nWhen LAAF-accredited labs are required\n\n\nHow FDA uses LAAF results in investigations and import oversight\n\n\nWhat the rule means for your current testing programs\n\n\nKey documentation and quality expectations\n\n\nHow to assess lab partners for compliance\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-fsmas-lab-accreditation-rule-what-food-beverage-manufacturers-importers-need-to-know/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260302T195527Z
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SUMMARY:Partnership for Food Traceability: FSMA 204 Pilot Program
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for Food Traceability (PFT)\, in collaboration with The Acheson Group (TAG)\, invites industry participants to take part in the Food Traceability Pilot Program (FSMA 204). This initiative gives organizations the opportunity to test traceability lot code approaches and contribute real-world insights that will help inform future regulatory and industry recommendations. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to share their experiences directly with FDA stakeholders\, evaluate practical approaches to traceability implementation\, and gain early visibility into emerging best practices. \nThe pilot program is structured across three participation tracks: \nTrack One – Completed Pilots\nOrganizations that have already conducted traceability pilots can submit their findings by March 3\, with results shared with the FDA by March 6. \nTrack Two – Ongoing Pilots\nOrganizations currently conducting traceability pilots may submit their findings by April 13\, with results shared with the FDA by April 17. \nTrack Three – Future Pilots\nOrganizations planning future traceability pilots may participate through ongoing submissions and collaboration with the Partnership for Food Traceability. \nOrganizations interested in participating or learning more about the pilot program are encouraged to contact: \nBen Miller – Ben.Miller@AchesonGroup.com\nAngela Ferelli-Gruber – Angela.FerelliGruber@AchesonGroup.com
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/partnership-for-food-traceability-fsma-204-pilot-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260327
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260115T163423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T163423Z
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SUMMARY:Internal Audit Training
DESCRIPTION:Internal Audit Training will cover core audit techniques and methodologies\, including how to follow audit trails\, apply food safety best practices to real-world production environments\, and assess product and process risks. Participants will learn how to plan and schedule audits for effective coverage\, risk-rate non-compliance findings\, conduct root cause analysis\, and develop meaningful corrective actions. The training will also address best practices for reporting audit results internally\, identifying broader systemic issues\, and making practical\, risk-based recommendations to strengthen the overall food safety management system. \nTAG is offering a virtual session of Internal Audit training on March 26\, 2026\, delivered by Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Rich Simmons\, and Director of Food Safety\, Kate McInnes. Participants will receive a TAG Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the training. \nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/internal-audit-training/
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CREATED:20251217T191013Z
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UID:35614-1774612800-1774616400@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: Working With FDA: Practical Insights from a Former FDA Official
DESCRIPTION:Join TAG’s Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Don Kautter\, for FSMA Friday on March 27\, 2026 at 12pm ET. Don\, a former FDA official with deep experience in inspections\, compliance\, and regulatory policy\, will offer clear\, practical guidance to help companies engage confidently and effectively with the Agency.\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\nWhat FDA investigators prioritize during facility inspections\, and how they evaluate your documentation.\n\n\nHow to prepare teams\, records\, and environmental monitoring data to avoid common FDA inspection findings.\n\n\nBehaviors\, communication practices\, and on-site actions that build trust and credibility with FDA personnel.\n\n\nHow to respond effectively to FDA inquiries\, 483 observations\, and follow-up requests.\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-working-with-fda-practical-insights-from-a-former-fda-official/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
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CREATED:20260212T192636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T192636Z
UID:37610-1776729600-1776988799@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Human Food PCQI Training
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 21-23\, 2026 delivered by Senior Advisor of Food Safety\, Dr. Ruth Petran\, and Director of Food Safety\, Lacey Keesee. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n*$875 per person plus training materials and shipping fees. \nRegister Here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-human-food-pcqi-training-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260424T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260331T221102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T221102Z
UID:37776-1777032000-1777035600@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:FSMA Friday: FDA\, FSMA & AI: Navigating Regulation\, Data\, and Compliance Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an upcoming FSMA Friday webinar focused on one of the most rapidly evolving areas in food safety and regulatory compliance. FDA\, FSMA & AI: Navigating Regulation\, Data\, and Compliance Intelligence will explore how emerging technologies and data-driven insights are shaping the future of compliance and decision-making across the food industry. \nTaking place on Friday\, April 24 at 12:00 p.m. ET\, this session brings together industry experts Dr. Ben Miller of The Acheson Group (TAG)\, Dean Brown of SafetyChain Software\, and Chris Brandsey of Frame & Flight. Together\, they will discuss how organizations can better navigate FDA expectations\, leverage FSMA frameworks\, and harness the power of AI to improve compliance\, streamline operations\, and strengthen food safety programs. \nRegister Here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/fsma-friday-fda-fsma-ai-navigating-regulation-data-and-compliance-intelligence/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260212T193319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193319Z
UID:37613-1777852800-1778025599@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) 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 May 4-5\, 2026\, delivered by Director of Food Safety\, Kate McInnes\, and Senior Manager of Food Safety\, Dr. Lily Yang. 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 plus training materials and shipping fees. \nRegister Here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/haccp-hazard-analysis-and-critical-control-points-training/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260422T175113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T175330Z
UID:37892-1780052400-1780056000@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Preparing for the CFIA Manufactured Foods Inspection Blitz
DESCRIPTION:As a former CFIA executive\, TAG Canada’s Managing Director Cameron Prince has an insider’s knowledge of the workings of the industry. \nIn the first session of TAG Canada’s TCIFridays (TAG Canada Info Fridays) Webinar Series on May 29 at 11 a.m. ET\, he will share his knowledge and current updates on the CFIA inspection blitz and what you can do to be prepared. \nIn the webinar\, Cameron Prince will discuss the CFIA’s increased focus on Preventive Control Plans\, licence checks\, and enforcement procedures\, and provide advice on: \n\nWhat can manufacturing facilities expect if CFIA arrives at your door?\nHow can you prepare to help ensure a smooth inspection?\nWhat\, exactly\, does compliance look like in 2026?\nHow do you ensure you are in compliance … and what happens if you’re not?\n\nRegister today to ensure you are prepared if CFIA shows up at your door!
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/preparing-for-the-cfia-manufactured-foods-inspection-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTSTAMP:20260427T211753
CREATED:20260408T012636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T012847Z
UID:37814-1780876800-1781135999@achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Human Food PCQI Training
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 8-10\, 2026\, delivered by Kate Mclnnes\, Director of Food Safety\, and Lily Yang\, Senior Manager of Food Safety. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion after successful completion of the training. \n*$875 per person plus training materials and shipping fees. \nRegister Here
URL:https://achesonfoodsafetyconsulting.com/event/virtual-human-food-pcqi-training-13/
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