MeSTI Awareness Training Course

1. INTRODUCTION
   

   The Food Safety is the Responsibility of the Industry (Makanan Selamat Tanggungjawab Industri – MeSTI) Certification Scheme is a program introduced by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to assist food manufacturing premises, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), in developing a Food Safety Assurance Program.  This scheme is designed to be easily achievable while fulfilling the minimum requirements of the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009.  Through MeSTI certification, food manufacturers receive coaching to ensure their products are safe for consumption, which in turn enhances consumer confidence and product marketability.

2. COURSE OBJECTIVES
   The objective of this training is to provide participants with a clear interpretation of the MeSTI certification requirements and to assist premises in complying with the legal standards prescribed under the Food Hygiene Regulations 2009.  It aims to guide the industry through the documentation and implementation of the necessary food safety elements required for recognition.

3. COURSE CONTENTS
   Introduction to the MeSTI Certification Scheme
   MeSTI Requirements Part I: Design, Facilities, and Training
   MeSTI Requirements Part II: Operations, Process Control, and Traceability
   Q&A session
   Written test
    

4. WHO SHOULD ATTEND
   This course is designed for Owners of Food Businesses, Production Operators, Food Safety Team Members, QA/QC Supervisors, and key personnel responsible for developing and implementing food safety programs within Malaysian food manufacturing premises.



5. ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
   

   Time	: To be advised
   Duration	: To be advised