Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPS)
Participants will learn key elements such as personnel hygiene, equipment maintenance, pest control, sanitation procedures, and required documentation. This course helps companies align with Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards and regulatory requirements. While educational, the course does not replace FDA inspection outcomes or legal consultation and does not constitute certification.
Course
Description
This course provides a detailed overview of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as outlined by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under 21 CFR Part 117, Subpart B. It supports the foundation of food safety and HACCP systems.
Who should attend and benefit from taking the Course
This course is recommended for food production staff, quality control teams, sanitation personnel, maintenance crews, supervisors, and managers who play a role in supporting food safety and regulatory compliance in food manufacturing or processing facilities.
Topics Students Will Learn
Participants will gain a clear understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as required under the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulation 21 CFR Part 117, Subpart B. The training emphasizes how GMPs serve as the operational backbone of food safety systems.
Personnel hygiene and employee health policies
Facility design, layout, and maintenance for sanitary operations
Cleaning and sanitizing procedures for equipment and surfaces
Pest control and environmental monitoring basics
Water quality and utility management in food plants
Handling and storage of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods
Controls for allergen cross-contact and foreign material prevention
Implementation of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
Documentation practices to support verification and audits
Connection between GMPs, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards
Certificate
Certificate of Completion provided. This course supports alignment with FDA and GFSI requirements. While it enhances operational knowledge and audit readiness, completion does not equate to regulatory certification or legal compliance determination.