** A new FSMA Bootcamp Series Short-Course **

FSMA 204: Traceability Rule Course

(Self-Paced and On-Demand)

The FDA’s FSMA 204 Traceability Rule is transforming how the food industry manages recordkeeping, supply chain visibility, and compliance.

This on-demand workshop gives you a clear, practical roadmap to understand the regulation and prepare for enforcement. Learn directly from Nancy Johnson, FSMA International’s owner and technical director, and gain tools you can immediately apply to your Food Safety Plan.

Why Take This Course?

By completing this training, you will:

• Gain clarity on recordkeeping and reporting obligations.
• Understand which foods and operations fall under the Food Traceability List (FTL).
• Learn how exemptions and modifications apply to real-world operations.
• Get sector-specific guidance tailored to your role.
• Access templates and examples to strengthen your compliance program.

What You’ll Learn

• Background & Key Definitions – Understand the purpose of FSMA 204, critical terms, and why traceability matters.
• Exemptions & Modifications – Learn which operations qualify for exemptions and how to determine if they apply to you.
• Traceability List & Compliance Dates – See which foods are covered, what’s required, and by when.
• Practical Scenarios – Explore real-world examples of covered vs. exempt items.
• Sector-Specific Guidance – Tailored modules for manufacturers, importers, growers, sprouters, restaurants, retailers, distributors, and more.

Course Agenda

1. Introduction to FSMA 204 Traceability Rule
   • Background, Definitions, Traceability List, Compliance Requirements and Dates
   • Examples of when items are covered and exempt
2. FSMA 204 for Manufacturers & Processors
3. FSMA 204 for Importers & Foreign Suppliers
4. FSMA 204 for Farms & Growers
5. FSMA 204 for Sprouters
6. FSMA 204 for Restaurants & Foodservice
7. FSMA 204 for Retailers & Grocery Stores
8. FSMA 204 for Distributors & Wholesalers

Who Should Attend?

This training is designed for food industry professionals across the supply chain, including:

• Food manufacturers, processors, and suppliers
• Importers and exporters of FDA-regulated foods
• Farms and growers
• Restaurant and foodservice operators
• Grocery, retail, and wholesale professionals

Course Details

Format: Self-paced, On-demand

Length: Approximately 3 hours

Access: Immediate

Price:

Introductory Sale Price: $395 per seat (through November 1, 2025), then $445 per seat

* Ask Us about our group discount for groups of 3 or more

⭐ Ready to Get Started?

Refund & Access Policy

We want every FSMA International student to have confidence in their purchase and a smooth learning experience.

Course Access Period
Enrollment in any on-demand course provides six (6) months of access from the date of registration. You can start and stop at your own pace during this time. A courtesy reminder will be emailed seven (7) days before your access expires.

Refund Policy
Because our on-demand courses provide immediate access to proprietary training materials, templates, and downloadable tools, all sales are considered final once access has been granted.

If you registered in error or changed your mind, you may request a refund within 24 hours of purchase, provided that the course has not been started and no materials have been downloaded. Approved refunds will be issued less a 10% administrative and processing fee to cover transaction costs.

After 24 hours—or once any portion of the course has been accessed—no refunds or cancellations will be issued.

Transfer Option
If you are unable to complete the course within the access period, your registration may be transferred to another participant from your organization at no additional charge, provided the course has not been started. To request a transfer, please contact our support team at training@fsmainternational.com