FSMA PCQI Training Version 2.0

FSMA PCQI Training (Food Safety Modernization Act Preventive Controls Qualified Individual Training) is a specialized food safety course designed to teach food industry professionals how to develop, implement, and maintain risk-based Food Safety Plans in compliance with FDA regulations under 21 CFR Part 117.
The training follows the standardized curriculum developed by the Food Safety Preventive Controls Alliance (FSPCA) and is recognized by the FDA as an appropriate training pathway for Preventive Controls Qualified Individuals.

Here at BD Food Safety Consultants LLC, we offer FSPCA’s PCQI training courses in English and Spanish. Successfully completing this course is the best way to become PCQI and meet the requirements of the regulation 21 CFR 117.  This is standardized curriculum recognized by FDA as adequate to meet the requirements of 21 CFR 117.180 for Preventive Controls Qualified Individuals.

Under this regulation PCQI is someone who successfully completed this PCQI Training course or is otherwise qualified through job experience. Please note that job experience to qualified an individual as a PCQI must be equivalent to knowledge received during this course. This part of the regulation is subjective and to avoid any regulatory issues it is strongly recommended that personnel involved in food safety take and successfully complete this course.

If you are interested in learning more about our FSPCA PCQI training in Chicago, or Online or if you have any questions pertaining to our consulting and other training services, call us today at 815-641-6404. You can also get in touch with us by filling out the contact form located on this page and one of our experienced team members will respond shortly.

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Awards & Recognitions 

Bart Dobek was recognized for training 1000 or more participants, cumulatively in the four FSPCA training curricula with FSPCA certificates issued. This recognition was presented at the 2024 FSPCA Annual Conference on November 19th 2024. Bart also received recognition as one of the Top 10 2024 FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Lead Instructors and FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Program Lead Instructors. 

In addition to being FSPCA Lead Instructors we are accredited HACCP Instructors through International HACCP Alliance and over the years collectively trained thousands more of food safety professionals. 

What does FSMA PCQI Training cover?

The FSPCA PCQI course covers essential food safety management principles, including:

1. FSMA Regulations: Understanding FDA preventive controls requirements.

2. Hazard Analysis: Identifying biological, chemical, allergen, and physical hazards.

3. Preventive Controls: Developing process, sanitation, allergen, and supply-chain controls.

4. Food Safety Plans: Preparing and implementing comprehensive Food Safety Plans.

5. Monitoring and Corrective Actions: Establishing procedures to manage food safety hazards.

6. Verification and Validation: Ensuring preventive controls operate effectively.

7. Supply-Chain Programs: Managing supplier-related food safety risks.

8. Recall Plans: Establishing effective product recall procedures.

9. Recordkeeping: Maintaining FDA-required food safety documentation.

10. Reanalysis: Reviewing and updating Food Safety Plans.

Who should attend FSMA PCQI Training?

FSMA PCQI Training is recommended for food safety managers, quality assurance professionals, HACCP coordinators, production managers, regulatory compliance specialists, and food safety consultants.

What certificate will participants receive?

Upon successful completion of the FSPCA PCQI course, participants receive an official FSPCA course completion certificate issued through the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO).

Why is FSMA PCQI Training important?

FSMA requires covered food facilities to have a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual prepare or oversee the preparation of their Food Safety Plan and perform certain other food safety activities.

Completing FSPCA PCQI Training provides a recognized pathway to qualification, strengthens regulatory compliance, supports FDA inspection readiness, and helps food manufacturers implement effective preventive food safety systems.

Note: FDA does not require a specific PCQI certificate. Individuals may also qualify through appropriate job experience or equivalent training.

FSMA PCQI Training Courses (Version 2.0)

The team here at BD Food Safety has over 58 years of cumulative experience helping individuals and companies involved with handling and distributing food, conform to the health and food safety standards. When it comes to PCQI training courses, these must be taken by all that deal with food products for companies and are in charge of running their food safety systems. It’s required by Preventive Control for Human Food Regulation that food businesses have a PCQI available.

Attending one of our FSPCA PCQI courses will prepare your for compliance with FSMA Preventive Controls Rule and you will learn the correct ways to develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive food safety system. FSPCA’s PCQI course is the best way to become Preventive Controls Qualified Individual as required by 21 CFR 117.180. Our training materials is standardized FSPCA curriculum recognized by FDA and all courses are registered with the FSPCA. We offer these and other FSPCA Courses in our Chicagoland / Naperville location as well as in an Online Live Format.

Our team of experts offers vide variety of consulting services including development and assistance with implementation of Food Safety Plans with Risk – Based Preventive Controls. Contact us today by filling out the form below.

FSMA PCQI Training with BD Food Safety Consultants LLC

For more information on our PCQI training course or if you have any questions about our other courses or consultation services, give us a call today at 815-641-6404. 

Or you can simply fill out the contact form on this page and we will get back to you as soon as possible. 

Course Times and Locations

Course Times: 22 Hours Course. Course starts at 8:00 am CST on all 3 Days and ends at 5:00 pm CST on Days 1 & 2, and at 2:00 pm CST on Day 3.

Locations: BD Training Center in Chicagoland – 600 W 5th Ave, Suite B, Naperville, IL 60563 or Online Live via Zoom. Audio and Video connectivity is required in online live courses.