Basic Inspections and Investigations Course — Produce

The Basic Inspections and Investigations Course provides basic and fundamental learning opportunities for new produce regulators who have responsibilities for conducting routine and non-routine inspections, and may have responsibilities for conducting investigations, and collecting product samples for analysis by a laboratory (when applicable). This hands-on training will benefit those who have learned from ORA LearnED web-based training courses and will include live activities and exercises. Topics will include a review of the basics of conducting an inspection including equipment and tools, conducting the opening, and closing interviews, observation skills, and preparing a defensible report.  A brief overview of investigations and sampling techniques is covered.

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Objectives

• Compare conducting routine and non-routine produce inspections
• Develop skills to use inspection tools and equipment effectively
• Build opening and closing interview skills with operators
• Improve observation and documentation writing skills
• Utilize skills to prepare clear, defensible inspection reports
• Develop foundational knowledge of investigations and sampling techniques
• Apply skills through hands-on activities and live exercises