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Seafood HACCP Segment 2
  June 2-3, 2026, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
  Online via Zoom

This Segment 2 virtual course follows the Segment 1 internet course and allows participants to use practical knowledge to complete a hazard analysis and create a HACCP plan for an assigned seafood model. This course is two half-days; participants are required to participate on both days. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive their official AFDO Certificate for Seafood HACCP.

Prerequisites:
Before attending the Segment 2 virtual course, participants must complete the Segment 1 Seafood HACCP internet course hosted by Cornell University (register here). Upon completion of Segment 1, participants will receive a confirmation email which must be forwarded to Claudia Coles at SPA. To participate in this Segment 2 course, the deadline for completion of the Segment 1 course is May 22, 2026, and we must receive your completion email by May 29, 2026. Zoom and course information will be emailed to participants individually once Segment 1 confirmation email is received and all necessary fees are paid.

Each participant will need their own dedicated computer, a webcam (or similar video device), internet access, and the FDA's Fish and Fishery Products Hazards and Controls Guidance SGR 129 (which can be ordered in print heredownloaded in PDF here and printed for reference, or a limited supply may be purchased at the SPA office upon request).

SPA Members: $190.00 per person
Non-Members: $290.00 per person

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Registration will be open until May 22, 2026.

Participant cancellations must be made at least 72 hours prior to the event for a refund consideration.


Introduction to the FDA Food Traceability Rule
  Online - Fall, 2026 (tentative)

This virtual course will introduce your staff to the FDA Food Traceability Rule that will be implemented in 2028. The course will provide key information including traceability lots, KDEs, CTEs, the Food Traceability List, and  current technologies and systems that manufacturers can utilize to comply with the rule.


Preventive Controls for Human Foods Segment 2 - Online - Fall 2026 (tentative) - More information coming soon!