The Basic HACCP Short Course will discuss the principles of HACCP, development of HACCP plans and programs, and implementation including new USDA, FSIS regulations for meat and poultry establishments. This program is consistent with the intent and scope of the USDA, FSIS regulation.
Designed for individuals with little or no knowledge of HACCP and those who would like a refresher on HACCP to learn recent regulatory changes and developments. This course will include topic presentations and working groups for hands-on opportunities to develop HACCP program components. This course satisfies the training requirement specified in the 1996 Pathogen Reduction/ HACCP regulation.
Basic HACCP 2026 Information
NEW WORKSHOP
HACCP in Practice Workshop
September 11, 2026
A new one-day workshop to dive into HACCP in your establishment. Add on to the Basic HACCP Workshop for $50 or attend as a one-day workshop for $100.
The HACCP in Practice Workshop is designed for those interested in a gaining a deeper practical application of the HACCP and Food Safety System concepts and principles into real-world meat processing. Immediately following the 2-day Basic HACCP for Meat & Poultry Short Course, we will take this knowledge and transition to how to practically and successfully apply HACCP concepts and principles for successful implementation in your meat establishment. Leveraging the MSABD meat processing plant, we will have interactive sessions in the plant while inspected production is occurring focusing on sanitation, pre-operational and operational sanitation procedures, good manufacturing procedures, completing HACCP monitoring logs, and more.
This program is designed for individuals who have completed the previous day’s or a prior Basic HACCP short course or anyone who serves a food safety role in your organization. Space is limited to 15 people. View the HACCP in Practice Agenda here.
Topics Covered
HACCP Overview
• FSIS Regulations on HACCP Implementation
• Pre-requisite Programs
• Biological Hazards
• Chemical Hazards
• Physical Hazards
• Developing Product Description & Ingredients, and Process Flow Diagram
• Conducting Hazard Analysis and Identifying CCPS
• Product Specific Pathogens of Concern and How they are Controlled
• Critical Limits, Monitoring & Corrective Action
• Validation, Verification, and Supporting Documents
• Record Keeping and Verification
• Review of a Complete Example HACCP Plan
• HACCP Plan Reassessment
• Planning for a Recall /Crisis Management
• Establishing an Effective Allergen Control Program
• Microbial Sampling Programs
Registration
Basic HACCP Workshop: Registration is $650 per person.
Late registration begins 8/19/2026 and is $700
Registration closes 8/26/2026
HACCP in Practice Workshop:
Registration is $50 for those attending the Basic HACCP Workshop and $100 for those attending as a one-day course.
The Basic HACCP and HACCP in Practice Workshop is held at the state-of-the-art, Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery building on University of Wisconsin-Madison Campus.
1933 Observatory Dr.
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
A room block is reserved for the Basic HACCP Workshop at the DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Madison.
A link to book a room will be shared in your registration confirmation email.
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown
525 W Johnson St.
Madison, WI 53703
A shuttle service will be provided between the DoubleTree Madison Downtown and the MSABD building. If you are not staying at the DoubleTree, you will be responsible for either meeting the shuttle each morning or providing your own transportation.
While using the shuttle service is strongly recommended, if you are providing your own transportation, parking is available next to the MSABD building (Lot 67, 2002 Linden Dr.; Lot 36, 1635 Observatory Dr). Follow this map for more information. Rates are $1/30 min for the first 3 hours and $1/hour thereafter. Maximum rate is $15/day.
Course fee includes course materials & handouts, refreshments, lunches, a Wednesday evening reception, and local transportation between the DoubleTree hotel and the MSABD building.
Lodging, parking, and other meals are not included.
Change in Plans?
You may substitute another person at any time prior to the start of the course. If you need to cancel your registration after August 26, you may receive a refund less a $50.00 processing fee. If you cancel your registration between September 2 and the start of the course, no refund will be issued. If you fail to cancel, no refund will be issued.
If you have questions regarding registration or otherwise,
Please contact Ky Peters at kpeters26@wisc.edu