Description
Course Description:
This 5-day course is designed to train potential auditors specifically for the CanadaGAP program. It includes an intensive review of the CanadaGAP manual requirements, with the incorporation of practical examples specific to commodity or region, and optional HACCP and repacking and wholesaling components.
Once registered, a copy of the CanadaGAP Food Safety Manual will be shared with the participants electronically. Participants must prepare for this course by reading the CanadaGAP Food Safety Manual and passing a pre-course assignment.
Pre-Course Assignment: The pre-course assignment must be submitted at least ten business days before the course starts. Participants will be notified via email of their assignment result, and they must receive at least 80% in order to be eligible to take the course.
Qualifying as an Auditor: In order to become a CanadaGAP Auditor, participants must meet certain qualifications and requirements. For information on these qualifications and requirements, as well as for general information on becoming a CanadaGAP Auditor, please visit.
Program Benefits
At the end of the program, you will:
- Understand how to use the CanadaGAP manuals and the requirements, practices and documentation laid out within them
- Identify how to use the CanadaGAP audit checklist
- Describe the hazards associated with fresh produce
- Explain the various pieces of legislation that affect Canadian operations
- Recognize the basic responsibilities of an auditor and review basic auditing skills
- Understand how to read and interpret different kinds of records and documents
- Discuss the principles of risk assessment and how they apply to CanadaGAP audits
- Understand the basics of HACCP
Exam Details:
- There is a 120-minute open book CanadaGAP examination that will be available to write after the class is completed.
- A 90-minute optional HACCP exam is also available for those who choose to write it
- An optional 120-minute exam for auditing Repacking and Wholesaling Operations is also available
- Successful participants will receive a record of successful course completion from CanadaGAP
Who Should Attend
- Those interested in becoming CanadaGAP auditors
- Those responsible for the food safety program within your company
- Those conducting internal audits in preparation for CanadaGAP certification
- Program participants who want to further their understanding of CanadaGAP requirements
- Consultants, buyers or other stakeholders
Note: There is a cancellation fee of $250 charged for registrants who cancel within 14 days of the course start date.
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