IOIA Basic Processing Inspection Training – November 18-22, 2024

Course Description

Further details and pricing will be announced shortly. Please do not contact the venue for reservations or information. IOIA will be the contact person for all training inquiries. Email – ioiassistant@rangeweb.net for questions and to get on list of interested participants.

International Organic Inspector Associate (IOIA) will offer an Onsite / In-Person Basic Processing Inspection Training in Farmington, Minnesota November 18 - 22, 2024.

This training will be held at Mt. Olivet, Farmington, Minnesota. 

The 4 ½ -day Basic Inspection Training follows IOIA's curriculum requirements which include:

• applying the organic standards (focus on the USDA National Organic Rule);
• role of the inspector;
• working with organic system plans;
• how to inspect organic processing plants;
• audit trail requirements;
• risk assessment and organic control points;
• investigative skills;
• report writing;
• approved input materials;
• sanitation and pest control;
• inspector conduct, confidentiality, and ethics;
• understanding the difference between inspecting and consulting; and effective communication.

Mandatory Pre-Requisite, Online NOP Processing Standards Webinar – Oct. 29 & Nov. 1, 2024

Requirements

APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

Applications for participation in IOIA courses are evaluated and ranked according to the applicant’s relevant education, training and life experiences. Attendance to IOIA courses is limited. If you are accepted into the course, an instructional letter and the curriculum materials including pre-course readings and assignments will be mailed to you.