D.L. Newslow & Associates Announces 2013 Workshop Schedule

May 15, 2013:  Hazard Analysis Risk-Based Preventive Controls (HARPC) Workshop-A Practical Approach to Meeting the Requirements-At Food Safety Supply Chain Conference being held at Marriott Chicago O’Hare located in Chicago, IL:   You don’t have to register for the conference in order to attend this workshop.  It is open to anyone who is interested.  This half-day workshop (8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) is a great lead-in to the FSMA workshop.  Debby Newslow will cover Prerequisite Programs - How to spot potential problems and outline the best way to address these issues to avoid a recall.  The topics covered will include: Understanding the Hazards - Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessment; Preventive Controls to put into place-Supplier Management, Allergen Programs, Sanitation/Sanitary Design and Environmental Control Programs; and Food Recall Programs.  As an added bonus, Barbara Levin will be speaking on “How Technology Supports Preventative Controls Programs.”  This workshop is being co-sponsored by D.  L. Newslow & Associates and SafetyChain Software.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Instructors: Debby Newslow and Barbara Levin.

 

 

June 4 ? 7, 2013:  Understanding Prerequisite Programs:   A four-day workshop that focuses in detail on the important prerequisite programs (PRP).  No food safety/HACCP program stands alone.  The most effective food safety/HACCP program begins with developing programs that provide the foundation for the food safety program.  This workshop focuses on the key prerequisite programs (agenda may be adjusted based on the needs and interests of the attendees).  Learn from industry and subject matter experts.  Agenda also includes an update on Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) including current projected requirements as related to hazard analysis and defining, implementing, and maintaining effective PRP programs.  Instructors: Debby Newslow, Dr. Ron Schmidt, and guest subject matter experts  (i.e., pest control, sanitation, FDA, supplier management programs, magnet verification/validation, foreign material control, allergen control, design and much more).

 

 

June 11 ? 12, 2013:  Debby Newslow is speaking at the Food Safety Exchange Conference which is being held at the Hilton Indian Lakes Resort located in Bloomingdale, IL,  near the Chicago O’Hare Airport:  This is an educational forum used to bring together and teach a wide variety of professionals about the new food safety regulatory environment.  More information to follow.

 

 

July 22 ? 24, 2013:  Food Safety/HACCP Program Development:  A two-and-a-half-day workshop provides attendees with a firm understanding of the principles of HACCP and its realistic application to specific industries. While emphasis focuses on the requirements of the Food Safety Management Standards and specific industry/company interests, the agenda is designed for the specific operational needs of our attendees.  All activities are conducted in a strictly confidential manner and attendees are encouraged to bring their HACCP programs to work on during the breakout sessions.  An excellent opportunity to develop, review and revise your program with the assistance of expert guidance.  Attendees gain knowledge of the principles of HACCP as defined by Codex and the requirements defined in the food safety management standards and how these apply to their industry and operations.  Learn in a small class environment with “real world” exercises.   Workshop is approved by International HACCP Alliance; upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a gold seal from IHA.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow, Nancy McDonald and Dr. Ron Schmidt.  Note: This class ends at noon on Wednesday.

 

 

 

July 24 ? 26, 2013:  Advanced Food Safety/HACCP:  This two-day workshop is an excellent forum focusing on the maintenance of an effective food safety/HACCP Program with a special focus on validation and verification.  An exciting group of instructors provide insight on specific prerequisite (PRP) programs such as FDA compliance, FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act), Supplier Management, CCP validation (metal detection, magnets, etc.), Standard Design, and much more.  The Advanced Food Safety/HACCP agenda is revised for each workshop based on the needs, interests, and requests of our attendees. Attendees are encouraged to advise us of any company needs and/or concerns before coming to class.  This workshop is approved by International HACCP Alliance; upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a gold seal from IHA.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow, Nancy McDonald and Dr. Ron Schmidt. Note: This class starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon and ends at noon on Friday.  Prerequisite: Proof of attendance at Basic HACCP Class (copy of certificate).

 

 

 

 

August 5 ? 7, 2013:  FSSC 22000 (ISO 22000/ISO 22002-1) Advance Course in Awareness, Review, Maintenance, and Continually Improving a Compliant FSMS:  Highly recommended for management and other team associates responsible for maintaining effective ownership of a compliant food safety management system and/or building a strong foundation for individuals who are preparing for or are in the midst of developing a compliant system.  This three-day workshop offers an advanced approach to implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a management system compliant to FSSC 22000.  The agenda is developed based on the needs and interests of the attendees, providing a sound understanding of implementation.  Includes the tools, applications, and knowledge to be applied “after certification” to sustain and continually improve a compliant food safety management system.  Attendees will be asked to complete a prework questionnaire which will aid in fine tuning the focus of the workshop towards the needs of the attendees.  Instructor:  Debby Newslow

 

 

August 8 ? 9,  2013:  Internal Auditor Training:  The focus of this two-day workshop is to review the fundamentals and basic steps critical for internal auditors including:  forming and asking questions, opening and closing meetings, writing non-conformances, preparing reports, and applying the process audit concept.  Content and specifics will be adjusted based on the needs of our attendees.  Auditing concepts can be applied to numerous internal and external auditing approaches, including those compliant with HACCP, GFSI approved FSMS standards (i.e., FSSC, PAS, BRC, SQF, etc.), ISO standards, and specific company second party (i.e., suppliers, corporate programs, etc.) standards and protocols.  Case studies and standards discussed focus on the interests and industry needs of our attendees.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow and Nancy E. McDonald

 

 

October  21 ? 23, 2013:  Food Safety/HACCP Program Development:   A two-and-a-half-day workshop provides attendees with a firm understanding of the principles of HACCP and its realistic application to specific industries.  While emphasis focuses on the requirements of the Food Safety Management Standards and specific industry/company interests, the agenda is designed for the specific operational needs of our attendees.  All activities are conducted in a strictly confidential manner and attendees are encouraged to bring their HACCP programs to work on during the breakout sessions.  An excellent opportunity to develop, review and revise your program with the assistance of expert guidance.  Attendees gain knowledge of the principles of HACCP as defined by Codex and the requirements defined in the food safety management standards and how these apply to their industry and operations.  Learn in a small class environment with “real world” exercises.   Workshop is approved by International HACCP Alliance; upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a gold seal from IHA.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow, Nancy McDonald and Dr. Ron Schmidt. Note: This class ends at noon on Wednesday.

 

 

October 23 ? 25, 2013: Advanced Food Safety/HACCP: This two-day workshop is an excellent forum focusing on the maintenance of an effective food safety/HACCP Program with a special focus on validation and verification.  An exciting group of instructors provide insight on specific prerequisite (PRP) programs such as FDA compliance, FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act), Supplier Management, CCP validation (metal detection, magnets, etc.), Standard Design, and much more.  The Advanced Food Safety/HACCP agenda is revised for each workshop based on the needs, interests, and requests of our attendees. Attendees are encouraged to advise us of any company needs and/or concerns before coming to class.  This workshop is approved by International HACCP Alliance; upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a gold seal from IHA.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow, Nancy McDonald and Dr. Ron Schmidt. Note: This class starts at 1 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon and ends at noon on Friday. Prerequisite: Proof of attendance at Basic HACCP Class (copy of certificate).

 

 

 

October 28 ? 30,  2013:  FSSC 22000, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, ISO 14001,  and OHSAS 18001 and The Basis for Sustainability? It’s All Connected :  Our experience has proven that most organizations are a lot closer than they think.  Learn proven methods for implementing these standards, integrating requirements between the standards, and becoming compliant without reinventing or reengineering your processes each time.  Implementation and auditing approaches and strategies for certification will be covered.  Valid business approaches to “sustainability” or “Going Green” in today’s climate.  Guidance and responsibility; what are the implications for employees and management?  Instructors: Dennis Sasseville (Normandeau Associates, Inc.), primary instructor and Debby Newslow, co-instructor.

 

 

October 31,  2013 ? November 1, 2013   Internal Auditor Training:   The focus of this two-day workshop is to review the fundamentals and basic steps critical for internal auditors including:  forming and asking questions, opening and closing meetings, writing non-conformances, preparing reports, and applying the process audit concept.  Content and specifics will be adjusted based on the needs of our attendees.  Auditing concepts can be applied to numerous internal and external auditing approaches, including those compliant with HACCP, GFSI approved FSMS standards (i.e., FSSC, PAS, BRC, SQF, etc.), ISO standards, and specific company second party (i.e., suppliers, corporate programs, etc.) standards and protocols.  Case studies and standards discussed focus on the interests and industry needs of our attendees.  Instructors:  Debby Newslow and Nancy E. McDonald