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FSMA Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training
November 15, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 pm, repeating until November 16, 2022
Dr. Stephanie Smith from Washington State University and partners will spend approximately seven hours of instruction time covering content contained in these seven modules:
- Introduction to Produce Safety
- Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training
- Soil Amendments
- Wildlife, Domesticated Animals, and Land Use
- Agricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)
- Postharvest Handling and Sanitation
- How to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan
In addition to learning about produce safety best practices, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements are outlined within each module. There will be time for questions and discussion, so participants should come prepared to share their experiences and produce safety questions.