Advanced SQF Practitioner

This course is designed for the current SQF practitioner seeking further information on how to improve and maintain the site’s SQF system, focusing on using the internal audit program to manage, maintain, and enhance the site’s SQF system; harnessing the corrective action/preventive action process to identify trends and build continuous improvement; communicating with senior management to more fully define the site’s commitment to food safety; and developing and prioritizing key performance indicators to assure continuous improvement of the SQF system.

Prerequisites:

  • At least one successful (C-complying rating or higher) SQF certification/ recertification process as a designated SQF practitioner.
  • A HACCP training class that includes a final assessment.
  • The “Implementing SQF Systems” examination.

Course Format:

  • 2-day class.
  • Instructor-led: In-person, hybrid, or virtual classroom instruction

Course Objectives:

  • Provide the tools practitioners need to use the internal audit program to manage, maintain, and enhance the site’s SQF system.
  • Harness the corrective action/preventive action process to identify trends and build continuous improvement.
  • Communicate with senior management to fully define the site’s commitment to food safety.
  • Develop and prioritize key performance indicators to assure continuous improvement of the SQF system.