Freshcare Training

For businesses participating in the Freshcare Food Safety & Quality Program, at least one business representative is required to complete Freshcare training.

Freshcare training provides participants with a practical understanding of the Code and program requirements, how they apply to your business, and what needs to be implemented, maintained and demonstrated at audit.

Our training focuses on more than simply understanding the requirements. We help participants understand how to apply Freshcare within their own business and production systems, giving you greater confidence to maintain compliance and prepare for audit.

Your Trainer

With more than 10 years’ experience delivering accredited and non-accredited training to adult learners, Kylie Jackson brings practical industry knowledge and a strong understanding of Queensland horticulture to Freshcare training.

Kylie’s experience across compliance, food safety, workforce development and business support enables training to be delivered in a practical and informative way, with plenty of opportunity for discussion and questions.

Rather than simply working through the Code, Kylie helps participants understand what the requirements mean in practice and how they can be incorporated into their day-to-day operations.

Training can be delivered at the BFVG office or your preferred location, providing a flexible option for businesses and teams.

Putting Freshcare into Practice

Freshcare training provides the foundation for implementing the program within your business’s production and operating systems.

Course materials include template record-keeping documents and supporting resources to help you apply the requirements and maintain your records.

Some elements of the FSQ4.2 Code require verification testing to demonstrate compliance. Where applicable, it is recommended that required verification testing is completed before your audit, allowing any issues to be identified and addressed early.

The Freshcare Rules are the terms on which, upon registration, a business agrees to participate in the Freshcare Program. Businesses participating in the Freshcare Program must comply with the Freshcare Rules and the requirements of the Freshcare Standard(s) nominated by the business at all times.

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The Freshcare Food Safety & Quality (FSQ) and Food Safety & Quality – Supply Chain (FSQ-SC) Standards outline specific requirements under Element F11 Suppliers, for produce represented for sale as Freshcare certified.

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HACCP Training

Accredited HACCP Training

For businesses supplying retailers through the HARPS program, at least one representative within the business must have completed accredited HACCP training to meet HARPS audit requirements.

Our one-day accredited HACCP training course provides participants with a practical understanding of HACCP principles, how they apply to food safety systems, and their relationship to current food safety standards and certification requirements.

The course includes a workplace-based project, providing participants with the opportunity to apply HACCP principles within a practical business context.

On successful completion, participants will receive Statements of Attainment for:

• FBPFSY3002 – Participate in a HACCP Team
• FBPFSY3003 – Monitor the implementation of food safety and quality programs

HACCP Refresher Training

Already completed your HACCP training but looking to refresh your knowledge?

Our HACCP Refresher Training provides an opportunity to revisit key HACCP principles, reinforce your understanding of food safety and quality requirements, and discuss how HACCP is being applied within your business.

The refresher is ideal for business representatives who have previously completed HACCP training and want to refresh their knowledge, build confidence and ensure their HACCP system continues to be effectively implemented.

Training can also provide an opportunity to discuss changes within your business and identify areas that may require further review or improvement.

Your Training Investment Includes

• One day of accredited HACCP training
• Workplace-based project
• Course materials and supporting resources
• Practical guidance and opportunities for discussion
• Morning tea and lunch provided
• Statements of Attainment upon successful completion

Training Schedule

HACCP training will be offered up to four times per year, subject to demand, with a minimum of five registrations required for each session.

HACCP Refresher Training is also available

Bookings are essential. Where minimum numbers are not reached, a scheduled session may be cancelled or rescheduled.

Additional training sessions may be arranged where there is sufficient demand and trainer availability.