The latest FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) requirements mandate training for those involved in the transportation of food for humans and animals. Under the rules, many food processors must comply with receiver and shipper requirements. They are also held responsible for controls over carrier operations.
The final Food and Drug Administration rules on the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Foods establish training requirements for all carrier personnel committed to perishable food transportation operation responsibilities. Under the rules, training is required for loaders, unloaders, drivers, sanitation and maintenance personnel in these three topics: