FSSAI Compliance & Licensing Training

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MEANING: What is FSSAI Compliance & Licensing Training?

FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is the regulatory body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare that ensures food safety and public health in India.

FSSAI Compliance & Licensing Training is the process of educating food business operators (FBOs), manufacturers, staff, and compliance officers about the legal, safety, and procedural requirements for:

• Obtaining and renewing FSSAI licenses/registrations
• Complying with FSSAI regulations and food safety standards
• Implementing food safety practices under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006

PROCESS: Steps in FSSAI Compliance & Licensing Training

1. Identify Training Needs

• Who needs it? Food business owners, quality managers, food handlers, packaging staff
• What level? Basic awareness, regulatory compliance, or advanced food safety systems

2. Training Design & Planning

• Choose training format: classroom, online, workshops
• Tailor content to the type of food business (restaurant, manufacturer, distributor, caterer, etc.)

3. Training Content

Core modules often include:

A. Overview of FSSAI Regulations

• Introduction to FSSAI and the Food Safety Act, 2006
• Key roles and responsibilities of FBOs
• Understanding Food Safety Standards (e.g., hygiene, labeling, additives)

B. Licensing & Registration

• Difference between FSSAI Registration, State License, and Central License
• How to apply through FoSCoS portal
• Documents required
• Validity, renewal process, and modifications
• Display and use of FSSAI license number/logo

C. Compliance Requirements

• Personal hygiene and sanitary practices
• Pest control, waste management, water quality, equipment hygiene
• Record keeping and daily monitoring (temperature, cleaning, stock rotation)
• Packaging, labeling, and storage as per FSSAI norms

D. Inspection Readiness

• FSSAI checklist and audit preparation
• Penalties for non-compliance
• Food recall and consumer complaint handling

4. Training Delivery

• Use case studies (real-life inspection outcomes)
• Provide examples of non-compliant vs. compliant practices
• Include interactive exercises and site walk-throughs (if possible)

5. Assessment & Certification

• Conduct quizzes or mock audits
• Provide certificates of participation or competency (useful for compliance evidence)

6. Follow-Up & Refresher Training

• Schedule yearly refreshers or training after regulation updates
• Reinforce food handler awareness through posters and SOPs