F&B Compliance (FSSAI & Food Safety Laws)

📘 Module 1: Introduction to Food Safety & FSSAI (45 Minutes)

📖 Section 1.1: Importance of Food Safety

• Public health and hygiene
• Economic and legal implications

📖 Section 1.2: Role of FSSAI

• Established under Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
• Key objectives: Regulation, inspection, safety assurance

📘 Module 2: Legal Framework for Food Safety in India (45 Minutes)

📖 Section 2.1: FSS Act, 2006 Overview

• Scope and coverage
• Key definitions: Food business, FBO, food additive, contaminant

📖 Section 2.2: Key Regulations under FSSAI

• Licensing and Registration Regulations, 2011
• Packaging and Labelling Regulations
• Food Product Standards and Additives Regulations
• Hygiene and Sanitary Practices

📘 Module 3: Licensing, Registration & Renewal (1 Hour)

📖 Section 3.1: Who Needs an FSSAI License?

• Basic, State, and Central license types
• Turnover-based classification

📖 Section 3.2: Process of Licensing and Registration

• Documents required
• Application via FoSCoS portal
• Validity and renewal guidelines

📖 Section 3.3: Common Mistakes and Rejections

• Grounds for license suspension/cancellation

📘 Module 4: Standards, Labelling & Packaging Norms (1 Hour)

📖 Section 4.1: Food Labelling Standards

• Name, nutritional info, allergens, FSSAI logo
• Date markings: Manufacturing, expiry, best before

📖 Section 4.2: Claims and Misleading Labels

• Health and nutritional claims regulations
• Prohibited labeling practices

📖 Section 4.3: Packaging Material Regulations

• Safe packaging materials (BIS, IS codes)
• Plastic ban and eco-compliance

📘 Module 5: FSMS & Hygiene Compliance (1 Hour)

📖 Section 5.1: Introduction to FSMS

• HACCP framework and preventive controls
• Food handling protocols

📖 Section 5.2: Hygiene Requirements for Premises

• Schedule 4 compliance
• Cleaning, pest control, water standards

📖 Section 5.3: Food Handler Training

• Mandatory FoSTaC certification
• Personal hygiene and SOP adherence

📘 Module 6: Inspection, Enforcement & Penalties (45 Minutes)

📖 Section 6.1: Inspection Procedure

• Food Safety Officer (FSO) protocols
• Surprise audits and checklists

📖 Section 6.2: Violations and Legal Consequences

• Offenses and penalties under FSS Act
• Compounding and prosecutions

📖 Section 6.3: Real-Life Compliance Failures

• Maggi ban case
• Food delivery app inspections

📘 Module 7: Digital Compliance & Industry Trends (30 Minutes)

📖 Section 7.1: Digital Platforms for FSSAI

• FoSCoS, FLRS, RASFF, Eat Right India

📖 Section 7.2: New Developments

• Front-of-pack labelling (FoPL)
• Licensing for cloud kitchens and home bakers

🥗 Equip yourself with practical skills to ensure safe, compliant food business operations aligned with FSSAI standards.