SuperSafeMark® Train the Trainer Workshop

Wednesday, June 25 - Thursday, June 26, 2008
Embassy Suites Dallas - DFW International Airport South
4650 W. Airport Freeway [map]
Irving , TX 75062-5825



The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) is pleased to announce a SuperSafeMark® (SSM) Train-The-Trainer Workshop. The SSM training and certification workshop was designed "by retailers for retailers" and is considered the best and most effective training for trainers, managers and associates that work in and around the supermarket environment.

WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES: The leaders of this SuperSafeMark training workshop will:
• Provide a brief overview of food safety workshop principles for certification.
• Conduct the SuperSafeMark Training Program for managers, associates, training officers and others.
• Use the FMI SuperSafeMark Program training materials to enhance learning.
• Implement effective training techniques for adult learners.
• Teach the participants food safety training skills and techniques as part of the workshop.

Participants will practice food safety training skills and techniques as part of the workshop.

INSTRUCTORS QUALIFICATIONS: Persons should meet the following requirements to become an approved FMI SuperSafeMark instructor:

• Successful completion of the FMI SuperSafeMark Train-the-Trainer program.

During the two day Train-the-Trainer workshop, you will complete the requirements for a nationally recognized certification examination. Participants who pass the certification examination will become FMI-approved SuperSafeMark trainers.

Related Web Pages and Sites:
SuperSafeMark
Embassy Suites Dallas - DFW International Airport South

Related Files:

SuperSafeMark Workshop Registration Form

Registration Includes:

Each participant will receive the entire suite of FMI SuperSafeMark Training materials updated to the Supplement to the 2005 FDA Food Code. Materials include:

• Food Safety and Sanitation Trainer’s Kit
• Guide to Food Safety and Sanitation
• 2007 Supplement to the FDA Food Code

Who Should Attend:

Managers and others who are responsible for their company’s food safety training, trainers who want to offer SSM training workshop, and state/local food safety trainers.

Meeting Attire:

Business casual.

Registration Fees:

These fees are available through 06/20/2008
Name Price
Attendee Registration $400.00  
3 Attendees or more $350.00  
Government and University $200.00  


Is Media Allowed?

No

Continuing Education Information:

n/a

General Hotel Information:

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: FMI has reserved a block of rooms at the Embassy Suites Dallas - DFW International Airport South, 4650 W. Airport Freeway, Irving, Texas 75062. For reservations, dial 1-800-934-7972 or visit http://embassysuites1.hilton.com.

FMI has reserved a special rate of $159.00 single/double-plus tax, for workshop attendees. The room block is available from May 2 – June 13, 2008. Call the hotel directly to make reservations under the room block name SuperSafeMark Train-the-Trainer meeting.

AIRPORT SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Complimentary airport shuttle is provided for all hotel guests to and from the Embassy Suites Hotel - DFW Airport South. Upon arrival at DFW International Airport, guests must use the courtesy phone located in each baggage claim terminal. Locate our hotel name, Embassy Suites Hotel - DFW Airport South and dial the appropriate extension. Our operators will verify and confirm all reservations and give instructions for pick-up. Please allow up to 30 minutes for pick-up during peak travel times. The airport shuttle departs the hotel every 30 minutes for return flights. Please plan to arrive at the airport 1 1/2 hours prior to your flight.

Travel Information:

SPECIAL AIRFARES: FMI negotiated airfare and car rental discounts for attendees of this event. Please see the information below to take advantage of our special rates!

United offers special meeting discounts for attendees. Simply call (or have your travel agent call) United’s Special Meeting Desk at 1.800.521.4041 and refer to Meeting ID Number 509RK to receive a 2–10 percent discount on applicable fares, including First Class. If you purchase a ticket at least 30 days prior to travel, you will receive an additional 5 percent discount. This special offer applies to travel on domestic flights of all United Airlines, United Express, TED and United code share flights (UA*) operated by US Airways, US Airways Express and Air Canada.

Discounts are available for international attendees flying on United, United Express and Lufthansa code share flights. For more information, call your local United Airlines reservation number and refer to Meeting ID Number 509RK.

CAR RENTAL: Avis Rent A Car is the official car rental provider for this meeting. Special discounts are available for all attendees and include unlimited free mileage. Call Avis at 1.800.331.1600 or log on to www.avis.com to make your reservations. Be sure to mention discount code AWD # B235499. International attendees may fax their reservation requests to +1.918.621.4821.

AIRPORT SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Complimentary airport shuttle is provided for all hotel guests to and from the Embassy Suites Hotel - DFW Airport South. Upon arrival at DFW International Airport, guests must use the courtesy phone located in each baggage claim terminal. Locate our hotel name, Embassy Suites Hotel - DFW Airport South and dial the appropriate extension. Our operators will verify and confirm all reservations and give instructions for pick-up. Please allow up to 30 minutes for pick-up during peak travel times. The airport shuttle departs the hotel every 30 minutes for return flights. Please plan to arrive at the airport 1 1/2 hours prior to your flight.