Food Science Online Masters program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins

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The program’s courses are designed for food manufacturers to maintain Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), which are the basic operational and environmental conditions required to produce safe foods. They ensure that ingredients, products, and packaging materials are handled safely and that food products are processed in a suitable environment. Course content caters to adult learners at all levels.

It is critical for anyone who works in the food manufacturing industry to follow sound food safety practices and sanitation methods. Insufficient training for employees in these areas not only puts businesses at risk, but it also endangers the health of consumers. By ensuring all employees have the training to keep ingredients and equipment contaminant-free, businesses can avoid food recalls, reduce illness outbreaks, and comply with government regulations.

Avoid the risk of using outdated materials or oral instructions that can be unreliable. This online food safety training series ensures employees receive consistent and up-to-date information when they are trained. Courses within the program are updated regularly as policies change. Training topics include: Cleaning methods; Cleaning equipment; Cleaning compounds; Sanitizers; Pest control; And more.