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At FACT LABS, we provide expert-led training courses designed to strengthen food safety knowledge and compliance across the value chain. With years of industry and regulatory experience, our trainers deliver practical and relevant training courses. These courses can be run on-site, online or at our dedicated training facilities, making them accessible and flexible for your business needs.
Introduction to Food Safety
This course introduces the fundamentals of food safety, covering contamination risks, safe handling practices, personal hygiene, and basic regulatory requirements. Designed for new employees or businesses starting their food safety journey, building a strong foundation for compliance and consumer protection.
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Relating to Food Safety
Learn the principles of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and how they apply to food production environments. This course covers hygiene, facility requirements, operational controls, and documentation – helping participants implement systems that align with international and South African food safety standards.
Requirements for Food Premises & Transportation of Food (Regulation R638)
Focused on Regulation R638, this course explains the legal requirements for food premises, transportation, and related operational aspects. Participants learn how to design, manage, and monitor premises and logistics to ensure compliance, safeguard food quality, and reduce regulatory risk.
Application of Specific Sampling and Swabbing Techniques
This hands-on course teaches correct sampling and swabbing techniques used in hygiene monitoring and microbiological testing. Participants gain practical experience in selecting sampling points, handling swabs, and interpreting results to support effective food safety and environmental monitoring programs.
Requirements on Labelling of Food Products (Regulation R146)
Understand the legal requirements for food labelling under Regulation R146. This course covers mandatory label elements, health and nutrition claims, ingredient listings, and allergen declarations – equipping participants to create compliant, consumer-friendly product labels.