SQF Training for Practitioners
Course specification
About this training
What You'll Learn in This SQF Practitioner Training
The training on SQF for Practitioners has the following Learning Objectives:
- What is SQF?
- GFSI Benchmarked Food Safety Schemes
- SQF Certification Process
- SQF Codes
- How to SQF or Application of SQF
- SQF Systems Module
- SQF’s Good Manufacturing Practices or Good Agriculture Practices Modules
- Role of SQF Practitioners in SQF implementation and maintenance.
Course outline
- Basic Instructions
- Introduction
- Module 1 – What is SQF?
- Module 2 – Why SQF?
- Module 3 – SQF Implications
- Module 4 – How to SQF – SQF Module 2 or Systems Module
- Part 1 – Management Commitment or Responsibility
- Part 2 – Specs, Formulations, Realization, and Supplier Approval
- Part 3 – Food Safety Systems and its implications
- Part 4 – SQF System Verification
- Part 5 – Product Traceability and Crisis Management
- Part 6 – Food Defense and Food Fraud
- Part 7 – Allergen Management
- Part 8 – Training
- Module 5 – How to SQF – SQF GMP or GAP Modules
- Part 1 – Site Location and Premises
- Part 2 – Site Operation
- Part 3 – Personnel Hygiene and Welfare
- Part 4 – Personnel Processing Practices
- Part 5 – Water, Ice, and Air Supply
- Part 6 – Receipt, Storage, and Transport
- Part 7 – Separation of Functions
- Part 8 – Waste Disposal
- Module 6 – SQF Certification Process
- Module 7 – Role of SQF Practitioners in implementing and Maintaining SQF
- Final Exam
Frequently asked questions
This training is completely self-paced, so you can begin at any time and set your own pace. Training duration is 30 days from signup/assigned date.
On purchase, or if company enrols you in a training, you will receive an email invitation to signup on the portal. Upon login you can access assigned/purchased trainings from "My Courses/Trainings" tab. You can access the trainings from any device with a live Internet connection. The training will work on a desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone.
Online trainings provide unparalleled convenience and flexibility. You can take the training anytime and anywhere; on any device you own.
You can email your instructor directly at training@foodvisioninc.com or utilize the training discussion board.
Currently trainings are offered in English language only.
Training is in audio visual format. You need to watch all the videos.
Trainee must have basic understandings of English language. Trainee must have a computer/mobile/tablet along with stable internet connection to attempt the training. Trainee must be familiar with basic use of computer.
Conceptual understanding from video lectures will be examined by an exam (where applicable) (multiple choice, true/false etc). You need to watch all the videos to complete the course.
Soft copy of test results (if applicable) will be emailed right after test submission. You can always access your current and previous results from your portal using your credentials.
Course completion/qualification certificates will be awarded to qualifying trainees right after course completion or exam submission through email. Trainees can download and print it later from their respective portals.
Full refund before the course is attempted, No refund will be processed if a candidate has started a course.
SQF (Safe Quality Food) is a GFSI‑benchmarked food safety certification program. It provides a rigorous, globally recognized framework for managing food safety risks. This SQF practitioner training covers everything from the SQF code to certification. See also Introduction to SQF for a foundational overview.
The SQF certification process includes: implementing SQF systems (Module 2), GMP/GAP modules, conducting internal audits, and undergoing third‑party certification audits. Module 6 covers the certification process in detail. For GFSI benchmarking, visit the GFSI website. See also Implementing SQF Systems 9.0 for practical implementation guidance.
SQF Practitioners are responsible for overseeing SQF system implementation, training employees, conducting internal audits, maintaining documentation, and preparing for certification audits. Module 7 covers the practitioner's role. For related auditing skills, see Principles of Internal Auditing.
GFSI‑benchmarked schemes include SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000, IFS, and Global G.A.P. Module 2 covers these schemes and their implications. For deeper BRC knowledge, see BRCGS Training. External reference: SQFI website.
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) is the official SQF standard owner. The Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) provides benchmarking and benchmarking requirements.
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