Course Description
Elevate your expertise in organic certification by joining the IOIA and SOS’s exclusive training on the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (OLPS) presented by expert advisors Johanna Phillips and Kim Dietz. Designed specifically for organic auditors and inspectors, this intensive 2-hour session offers valuable insights into the USDA's new OLPS regulations, ensuring you are fully equipped to uphold the highest standards of organic integrity and animal welfare. The Final Rule’s effective date January 12, 2024, and we are nearing the end of the 1-year implementation period for most producers. However, existing certified poultry broiler and layer operations have more time – until January 2029.
Training will cover:
- Comprehensive OLPS Overview: Gain a thorough understanding of the OLPS, focusing on the critical objectives in living conditions, outdoor access, animal welfare, and preserving organic integrity across livestock and poultry operations. Explore detailed standards encompassing living conditions, health and welfare, outdoor access, and transportation provisions, crucial for compliance.
- Hands-On Inspection Procedures: Receive practical guidance on specific inspection techniques for assessing livestock and poultry facilities, boosting your capability to conduct thorough evaluations.
- Navigating Compliance Challenges: Engage in discussions about potential compliance issues, arming yourself with strategies to address these effectively.
- Interactive Q&A and Resources Session: Take advantage of an open forum to ask your toughest questions and gain clarity on applying the standards in the field, supplemented by additional resources for ongoing support.
This training is an essential opportunity for auditors and inspectors looking to master the intricacies of organic livestock and poultry certification. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure compliance, uphold the integrity of organic standards, and enhance your professional skill set within the organic certification landscape. Don't miss this chance to become a leader in the field of organic livestock and poultry certification.
Scheduling:
2 hour webinar
-1 hour 30 minute presentation
-30 minutes Q & A
Price of Webinar:
- Non-members $175
- IOIA Supporting members $150: Use the code "Member" in the Discount Code box below and 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲.
- Group Discounts for more than 5 from one company or organization $125 for members, $150 for non-members
- Inspector members $75; Use the code "Inspector" in the Discount Code box below and 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲.
If your company needs to be invoiced for this webinar, use code "Invoice" in the Discount Code box below and 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲. This will remove the need to enter any card information and we will bill the company for this webinar.
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To Register and Pay: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7225889704459318623
Grades and Certificates:
IOIA will follow-up with you within 30 days of the completion of the webinar with your course outcome. A short online assessment will be available to participants for one week following the course. Participants who attend the session and earn at least 75% on the assessment will receive a Certificate of Completion. Those who fail the exam or choose to audit without taking the exam will receive a Letter of Participation.
SOS Website: www.organicsos.com
SOS Bio: Strengthening Organic Systems (SOS) was founded in 2023 to improve the resilience and overall integrity of global organic supply chains. We are a team of experienced experts to ensure your business receives expert advice and support while navigating organic certification and implementation of SOE. Our goal is to assure authenticity of organic products, protect organic businesses from organic fraud, and maintain consumer confidence in the USDA organic seal.
Schedule
Start Time: 12:00 p.m. (Pacific)
End Time: 2:00 p.m. (Pacific)
Requirements
Certificates: Participants who meet minimum requirements will receive an IOIA Certificate of Completion.
Letters of Participation: Participants who attend the webinar but opt out of the assignment submission or fail to achieve a passing score will receive an IOIA Letter of Participation, to document their attendance.