Also part of The Compliance Accelerator Program
This training can be followed on its own or within a broader compliance implementation program.
PreRequisite Program (PRP) Training for Food Safety Systems
Practical training to identify, assess, and improve your PreRequisite Programs and build a strong foundation for GFSI-compliant food safety systems.
PreRequisite Programs are the foundation of every effective food safety management system. Standards such as IFS Food, BRCGS, and FSSC 22000 require companies to implement robust PRPs to control environmental risks and support HACCP.
However, many organizations struggle to identify which PRPs are truly critical. As a result, controls become unclear, improvements are delayed, and the system slowly becomes difficult to manage.
This training explains how to identify your key PRPs, assess their effectiveness, and improve weak areas using structured methods. You will also learn how to create a business case for improvements and how to align stakeholders so that changes are supported across the organization.
With practical tools and structured approaches, you will strengthen the operational foundation that supports your HACCP system and your overall food safety management system.
PreRequisite Programs are closely connected to other critical food safety activities such as HACCP risk analysis, environmental monitoring, internal audits, and food safety culture development in food production environments.
What is included in this Training
Mastery Module PreRequisite Program Training
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Certificate of completion — proof of continuous training for GFSI audits such as IFS Food, BRCGS, and FSSC 22000.
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1 year access — revisit the training while you implement improvements in your PreRequisite Programs (PRPs).
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2 hours on-demand video training — structured, practical, and implementation-focused.
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Curriculum covers:
- Introduction and learning objectives
- Why PreRequisite Programs often fail in food production environments
- How to identify your key PRPs in your food safety management system
- How to assess the effectiveness of your PreRequisite Programs
- Risk-based prioritisation of PRP improvements
- How to build a business case for PRP improvements
- Creating urgency for improvements within the organization
- Stakeholder management and communication
- Implementation guidance for strengthening PRPs in your facility
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Practical downloads included:
- PRP Identification Toolkit
- PreRequisite Program Assessment Tool
- PRP Improvement Planning Template
- Business Case Template for Food Safety Improvements
- Stakeholder Communication
-Framework Implementation roadmap for PRP improvements
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Ask your questions directly through the portal and receive expert guidance.
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Learn in your language — subtitles available in 13 languages.
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Flexible access — follow the training on desktop or mobile.
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Positive impact — we donate 1% via B1G1 to projects supporting food, water, and women empowerment.
What You’ll Learn in this PreRequisite Program Training
Practical training to identify, assess, and strengthen your PreRequisite Programs (PRPs) and build a solid foundation for GFSI-compliant food safety systems.
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1. Welcome and Agenda Module PreRequisite Programs - Duration video ± 3 minutes
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2. PreRequisite Program - Duration video ± 60 minutes
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3. Identifying Your PRPs - Duration video ± 2 minutes
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3a. List of PRPs - Duration video ± 3 minutes
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3b. DOWNLOAD: List of PRPs
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4. Assessing Your PRPs - Duration video ± 7 minutes
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4a. PRP Assessment Tool - Duration video ± 8 minutes
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4b. DOWNLOAD: PRP Assessment Tool
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5. Improve Your PRPs - Duration video ± 4 minutes
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5a. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: Procedure Template - Duration video ± 4 minutes
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5b. DOWNLOAD: Flowchart Procedure Template
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5c. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: Download OPL Template - Duration video ± 2 minutes
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5d. DOWNLOAD: OPL Template
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5e. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: OPL Template - Duration video ± 2 minutes
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5f. DOWNLOAD: OPL on HOW to Create Videos
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6. Building a Business Case - Duration video ± 3 minutes
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6a. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: Issue Insight Toolkit - Duration video ± 6 minutes
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6b. DOWNLOAD: Issue Insight Toolkit
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6c. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: BOSCARD - Duration video ± 3 minutes
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6d. DOWNLOAD: BOSCARD
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7. Creating Sense of Urgency - Duration video ± 3 minutes
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7a. VIDEO EXPLANATION DOWNLOAD: Sense of Urgency Presentation - Duration video ± 7 minutes
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7b. DOWNLOAD: Sense of Urgency Presentation
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8. Stakeholder Management - Duration video ± 4 minutes
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9. What is next? - Duration video ± 2 minutes
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Bonus: 3 times 30 minutes Coaching Session When You Need It!
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Evaluation Of This Module
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PreRequisite Program Mastery Module
- $349.00
- 27 lessons
- 2 hours of video content
Master Your PreRequisite Programs with Confidence
Practical training to identify, assess, and strengthen your PreRequisite Programs (PRPs) and build a solid foundation for GFSI-compliant food safety systems.
PreRequisite Programs play a critical role in controlling environmental and operational risks in food production. Standards such as IFS Food, BRCGS, and FSSC 22000 require organizations to implement effective PRPs that support the HACCP system and prevent contamination.
However, many companies struggle with unclear PRP structures, ineffective controls, or limited visibility on where improvements are needed. As a result, the food safety system becomes difficult to manage and risks remain hidden.
This training helps QA and food safety professionals identify their key PreRequisite Programs, assess their effectiveness, and implement structured improvements. With practical tools and step-by-step guidance, you will strengthen the operational foundation that supports HACCP and your entire food safety management system.
Instructors and Coaches
Kitty is known for her people-first approach. As an interim QA manager, she has guided struggling teams — often working under high stress or unsupportive leadership — back to a place of confidence, clarity, and food safety excellence. Her motto, “Many roads lead to Rome,” reflects her flexible, empowering mindset.
She finds joy in helping quality professionals unlock their potential, overcome internal and external challenges, and become balanced, respected voices within their organizations.
💬 “Nothing is more fulfilling than seeing a QA professional stand tall, speak up, and truly own their role.”
Connect with Kitty on LinkedIn by clicking here
Instructors and Coaches
As a frequent speaker at global conferences including the IFC (World Bank) and FI Global, Rob is recognized for his practical expertise in GFSI standards and organizational improvement. Over the past decade, he has coached many QA Directors and Vice Presidents in the food industry, helping them influence senior management and embed food safety into business culture.
💬 “I help QA professionals turn complex requirements into real-world results.”
Connect with Rob on LinkedIn by clicking here
Instructors and Coaches
💬 “La mejora real surge cuando conectamos las normas con la aplicación práctica en el día a día.”
Conéctese con Luis en LinkedIn by clicking here
Frequently Asked Questions
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What will I learn in this training?
In this PreRequisite Program (PRP) training, you will learn how to identify, assess, and improve the PreRequisite Programs that support your food safety management system.
The training explains how PRPs form the operational foundation of HACCP and GFSI-compliant food safety systems, including standards such as IFS Food, BRCGS, and FSSC 22000.
You will learn how to:
Identify the key PreRequisite Programs (PRPs) in your facility
Assess whether your PRPs effectively control risks
Prioritise improvements based on risk
Build a business case for PRP improvements
Create urgency and align stakeholders across departments
Implement structured improvements in your PRP system
The training includes practical tools and templates that help you apply the methods directly in your organization.
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How long does the training take?
The PreRequisite Program training includes approximately 2 hours of on-demand video lessons.
Because this is a Mastery Module, the training is designed to help you implement improvements in your PRP system step-by-step over approximately four weeks.
You receive one year of access, so you can revisit the training whenever needed while implementing improvements in your food safety system.
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Does the training include a certificate?
Yes. After completing the PreRequisite Program training, you will receive a certificate of completion.
This certificate can be used as evidence of continuous training, which is often requested during GFSI audits, including audits for IFS Food, BRCGS, and FSSC 22000.
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Is the training relevant for my role?
This training is designed for professionals responsible for food safety systems and operational hygiene programs, including:
QA Managers
Food Safety Managers
Technical Managers
HACCP Team Leaders
Quality professionals working with GFSI-schemes like IFS Food, BRCGS, or FSSC 22000
If you are responsible for implementing or improving PreRequisite Programs (PRPs) within your organization, this training will help you structure and strengthen these systems.
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Are subtitles available?
Yes. The training videos include subtitles in 13 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Polish, Romanian, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
This makes it easier for international teams to follow the training and understand the content clearly.
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Can I watch this training on my phone or tablet?
Yes. The training platform is fully accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
You can follow the PRP training wherever it is convenient for you, whether you are working in the office, at home, or reviewing materials during implementation activities.
