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SUMMARY:Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator 2 - 2024
DESCRIPTION:The program focuses on equipment commonly found in Alaskan seafood processing operations\, including plate freezers\, ice machines\, and refrigerated seawater heat exchangers. Workers will be trained for Alaska conditions\, including the seasonal nature of the systems and facilities\, typical maintenance periods\, and running seasonal projects.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/events/professional-ammonia-refrigeration-operator-education/
LOCATION:Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center\, 118 Trident Way\, Kodiak\, AK\, 99615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — November 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nAlaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor. \nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to November 1\, 2024\, through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee. \nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training\, using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, but be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before the date of this Segment 2 training. \nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted November 1\, 2024\, from 9 am to 4 pm. \nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. Class size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class. \nThis workshop is free for Kodiak Island Borough residents\, made possible with funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. (Kodiak Island Borough residents use registration code KB24 during checkout.) \n\nOur online registration is temporarily unavailable. Please call our office at (907) 474-7086 or email Alaska Sea Grant to sign up. If you call and leave a message\, please specify the event you wish to sign up for\, and a return phone number to reach you. \n\n \nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program\nKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n \n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-november-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109
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SUMMARY:Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute\, Fall 2024
DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you have an employee who\, with key training\, could help lead your business into the future? The Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute (ASPLI) offers 80 hours of intensive professional development for employees recognized as having the potential to move up in your company. The institute is designed for mid-level managers in a seafood plant—production managers\, QC supervisors\, seafood engineers\, human resources\, and corporate or administrative personnel identified by their employer as having leadership potential. Others who might benefit include direct marketers\, small seafood processors or others closely involved in the seafood industry. ASPLI provides the technical training needed in the seafood industry to master leadership and management skills. \nSession 1 runs November 4–8 at the UAF Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center\, where participants will learn from seafood faculty and local experts. Topics include the science of seafood\, shelf life\, quality and safety of Alaska’s fishery products\, product development\, lean manufacturing\, new technologies\, and seafood marketing. Participants will get hands-on experience in the KSMSC pilot plant\, and local seafood plant managers will offer perspectives on the seafood industry and management. \nSee ASPLI sample agenda (PDF; from previous event\, subject to revision). \nAfter the Kodiak session\, ASPLI participants will return to their jobs and work with an in-house mentor to identify and complete a project that improves plant operations. \nThe final ASPLI session will convene in Anchorage\, March 3–7\, 2025\, focused on leadership training\, project management\, human resources\, regulatory environment\, and developing effective management styles. Experienced seafood leaders\, government regulators\, and management consultants will lead the classes. The goal of this session is to develop the confidence\, skills\, and big-picture understanding needed by tomorrow’s managers. \nThe fee for this program is $2\,200 per person. Employers will be responsible for airfare and lodging to and from the training sites. University of Alaska Fairbanks vocational training funds offset a portion of the cost of ASPLI. The full value of this training program is approximately $6\,000 per person. \nEmployees of companies that are members of the Alaska Research Consortium will receive a $400 discount towards their ASPLI registration.  \n\nApplication instructions\nIf you have an employee who would benefit from ASPLI and you wish to be a sponsor\, direct the prospective participant to fill out and submit an online application. \nTo qualify for this program\, the participant must be employed in Alaska (although the company they work for is not required to be based in Alaska) and be able to commit to the full ASPLI schedule: \n\nNovember 4-8\, 2024\, in Kodiak\nNovember 2024–March 2025 in-plant project with your mentor\nMarch 3–7\, 2025\, in Anchorage\n\nPlease answer all questions on the application. \nDeadline: Applications should be submitted by October 10\, 2024. Applications received after this date may be accepted if space is available. You will be notified of acceptance by email within a few working days of your application. Payment will be due by October 18\, 2024. \n  \nAPPLY NOW \n  \n\nQuestions? Contact: \nQuentin Fong\, Seafood Marketing Specialist\, 907-486-1516\, qsfong@alaska.edu\nChris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist\, 907-486-1535\, csannito@alaska.edu \n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/alaska-seafood-processing-leadership-institute-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center\, 118 Trident Way\, Kodiak\, AK\, 99615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute,Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Quentin Fong":MAILTO:qsfong@alaska.edu
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SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — January 2025
DESCRIPTION: \n\nAlaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor.\n\nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to January 24\, 2025\, through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee.\n\nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training\, using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, but be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before the date of this Segment 2 training.\n\nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted January 24\, 2025\, from 9 am to 4 pm.\n\nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. Class size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class.\n\nThis workshop is free for Kodiak Island Borough residents\, made possible with funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. (Kodiak Island Borough residents use registration code KB25 during checkout.)\nRegister for HACCP \n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program\nKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-segment-2-january-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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SUMMARY:Better Process Control School — February 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nTime: 8am–4pm each day \nThis three-day class covers acidified foods production and teaches the principles of thermal processing\, equipment requirements\, container closure evaluation\, and record keeping for glass jars and cans. It is designed for retort operators\, quality assurance technicians\, and home canners\, and will be useful for personnel in plants that pack and thermally process low acid foods and acidified foods in hermetically sealed containers. Sanitation principles are discussed in detail. \nThe course addresses both flexible pouch and traditional can retort operations. \nThis class satisfies FDA requirements. Class size is limited to 20 participants\, and attendees will receive a certificate on successful completion. The registration fee is $510. \nRegister for the course \n  \n\n \n  \nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory Program\nKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n  \n  \n \n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/better-process-control-school-2025/
LOCATION:Marriott Anchorage Downtown\, 820 West 7th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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SUMMARY:Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute\, Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION: Do you have an employee who\, with key training\, could help lead your business into the future? The Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute (ASPLI) offers 80 hours of intensive professional development for employees recognized as having the potential to move up in your company. The institute is designed for mid-level managers in a seafood plant—production managers\, QC supervisors\, seafood engineers\, human resources\, and corporate or administrative personnel identified by their employer as having leadership potential. Others who might benefit include direct marketers\, small seafood processors or others closely involved in the seafood industry. ASPLI provides the technical training needed in the seafood industry to master leadership and management skills. \n\n\n\nThe Spring 2025 session is the second of a two-part program. Session 1 of ASPLI will be held November 4–8\, 2024\, at the UAF Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center\, where participants will learn from seafood faculty and local experts. Topics are the science of seafood\, shelf life\, quality and safety of Alaska’s fishery products\, product development\, lean manufacturing\, new technologies\, and seafood marketing. Participants will get hands-on experience in the KSMSC pilot plant\, and local seafood plant managers will offer perspectives on the seafood industry and management. \n\n\n\nAfter the Kodiak session\, ASPLI participants will return to their jobs and work with an in-house mentor to identify and complete a project that improves plant operations. \n\n\n\nThe final ASPLI session will convene in Anchorage\, March 3–7\, 2025\, and will focus on leadership training\, project management\, human resources\, regulatory environment\, and developing effective management styles. Experienced seafood leaders\, government regulators\, and management consultants will lead the classes. The goal of this sessions is to develop the confidence\, skills\, and the big-picture understanding needed by tomorrow’s managers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee ASPLI sample agenda (PDF; from previous event\, subject to revision). \n\n\n\nThe fee for this program is $2\,200 per person. Employers will be responsible for airfare and lodging to and from the training sites. University of Alaska Fairbanks vocational training funds offset a portion of the cost of ASPLI. The full value of this training program is approximately $6\,000 per person. \n\n\n\nApplication information is available on the ASPLI Fall 2024 website. \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact: \n\n\n\nQuentin Fong\, Seafood Marketing Specialist\, 907-486-1516\, qsfong@alaska.eduChris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist\, 907-486-1535\, csannito@alaska.edu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/alaska-seafood-processing-leadership-institute-spring-2025/
LOCATION:Alaska Sea Grant Anchorage Office\, 1007 W 3rd Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood Processing Leadership Institute,Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Quentin Fong":MAILTO:qsfong@alaska.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250425T160000
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SUMMARY:Sanitation Control Procedures for Seafood Processors — 2025
DESCRIPTION:Seafood processors are required to monitor sanitary control procedures used during processing\, to document conformance with proper sanitary conditions and practices. This one-day Sanitation Control Procedures for Seafood Processors online workshop teaches people in the seafood industry how to develop and implement FDA-mandated sanitation control procedures\, covering the basic eight points of sanitation and documentation requirements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe workshop includes demonstrations of using test kits to monitor common sanitizer residuals. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free for Kodiak Island Borough residents\, made possible with funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. (Kodiak Island Borough residents use registration code KB25 during checkout.) \n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR WORKSHOP \n\n\n\nPrior to the event you will receive e-mailed instructions for attending the workshop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist \n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n• Seafood processing• Environmental compliance• Product development• Small business operations• HACCP• Commercial fish smoking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/sanitation-control-procedures-for-seafood-processors-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20250912T160000
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SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Alaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor. \n\n\n\nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to September 12\, 2025\, through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee. \n\n\n\nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training\, using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, but be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before the date of this Segment 2 training. \n\n\n\nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted September 12\, 2025\, from 9 am to 4 pm. \n\n\n\nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. Class size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free for Kodiak Island Borough residents\, made possible with funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. (Kodiak Island Borough residents use registration code KB25 during checkout.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology SpecialistAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-september-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20250623T201046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T190759Z
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SUMMARY:Smoked Seafood School for Commercial Operators
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for seafood processors looking to include value-added products in their commercial operations.  \n\n\n\nA Smoked Seafood School for general enthusiasts\, including Kodiak Island Borough residents\, is planned for January 2026. \n\n\n\nAt this workshop for commercial operators\, seafood scientists at the Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center will lead lectures and hands-on activities that include the principles of fish smoking\, modern smoke oven operation\, safety of smoked products\, brining\, cold smoking\, hot-smoking\, salmon jerky production and preparation of fish sausage. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will include presentations and demonstrations of food processing equipment by manufacturer representatives. \n\n\n\nMaximum enrollment is 20 participants. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology SpecialistAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\nChris has taught Alaska Seafood School courses in seafood processing and safety since 2015. He helps businesses develop new products\, and has worked extensively in quality assurance for seafood processors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructor: John Springer\, Northwest Territory ManagerHandtmann\, Inc. \n\n\n\nJohn spent more than 11 years working for Enviro-Pak Smokeoven Company\, designing innovative and successful smoke generators tailored for the commercial smoking industry\, and traveling around the world to teach the mechanics\, performance nuances\, and artistry of smoking. For over a decade\, he has helped educate smoking enthusiasts and professionals at the Alaska Sea Grant Smoked Seafood School. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/smoked-seafood-school-october-2025/
LOCATION:Kodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center\, 118 Trident Way\, Kodiak\, AK\, 99615\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251031T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251031T160000
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SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Alaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor. \n\n\n\nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to October 31\, 2025\, through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee. \n\n\n\nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training\, using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, but be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before the date of this Segment 2 training. \n\n\n\nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted October 31\, 2025\, from 9 am to 4 pm. \n\n\n\nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. Class size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is free for Kodiak Island Borough residents\, made possible with funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. (Kodiak Island Borough residents use registration code KB25 during checkout.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology SpecialistAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/seafood-haccp-segment-2-october-2025/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251103T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20251107T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20250623T203354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201540Z
UID:19048-1762128000-1762559999@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Ammonia Refrigeration Assistant Operator
DESCRIPTION:Training on equipment commonly found in Alaskan seafood processing operations\, including plate freezers\, ice machines\, and refrigerated seawater heat exchangers. Workers are trained for Alaska conditions\, including the seasonal nature of the systems and facilities\, typical maintenance periods\, and running seasonal projects.
URL:https://www.alaskaresearchconsortium.org/ammonia-refrigeration-training.html
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260207T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20251121T222413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T144732Z
UID:20481-1770249600-1770508799@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Better Process Control School — 2026
DESCRIPTION:This three-day class covers acidified foods production and teaches the principles of thermal processing\, equipment requirements\, container closure evaluation\, and record keeping for glass jars and cans. It is designed for retort operators\, quality assurance technicians\, and home canners\, and will be useful for personnel in plants that pack and thermally process low acid foods and acidified foods in hermetically sealed containers. Sanitation principles are discussed in detail. \n\n\n\nThe course addresses both flexible pouch and traditional can retort operations. \n\n\n\nThis class satisfies FDA requirements. Class size is limited to 20 participants\, and attendees will receive a certificate upon successful completion. The registration fee is $510. \n\n\n\nKodiak residents are eligible for scholarships covering registration fees\, thanks to funding from the Kodiak Island Borough. Contact Marc Solano for the discount code before registering. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist \n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n• Seafood processing• Environmental compliance• Product development• Small business operations• HACCP• Commercial fish smoking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/better-process-control-school-2026/
LOCATION:Hotel Captain Cook\, 939 W 5th Ave\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20251121T203252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T224450Z
UID:20474-1772182800-1772208000@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — February 2026
DESCRIPTION:Alaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor. \n\n\n\nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to February 27 through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee. \n\n\n\nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, just be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before February 27. \n\n\n\nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted February 27 from 9 am to 4 pm. \n\n\n\nKodiak residents are eligible for scholarships covering registration fees\, thanks to funding from Kodiak Island Borough. Please contact Marc Solano for the discount code. \n\n\n\nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. \n\n\n\nClass size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist \n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n• Seafood processing• Environmental compliance• Product development• Small business operations• HACCP• Commercial fish smoking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/haccp-segment-2-february-2026/
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20251121T195506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T221629Z
UID:20450-1774602000-1774627200@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Seafood HACCP Segment 2 — March 2026
DESCRIPTION:Alaska Sea Grant offers Seafood HACCP Segment 2 practical training via online video conferencing\, conducted at the specified time with a live instructor. \n\n\n\nThe class will cover the principles of HACCP and provide the tools and training to create a seafood HACCP plan. Students will need to register for and complete the Segment 1 training online prior to March 27 through the National Seafood HACCP Alliance for Training and Education. The Segment 1 training has a separate registration and fee. \n\n\n\nYou can register here for your Segment 2 training using the button below\, prior to completing Segment 1\, just be sure to complete the Segment 1 training before March 27. \n\n\n\nThis course meets the requirement for HACCP Segment 2. Participants will attend this HACCP training live\, using online video conferencing to complete the practical training session. The training will be conducted March 27 from 9 am to 4 pm. \n\n\n\nKodiak residents are eligible for scholarships covering registration fees\, thanks to funding from Kodiak Island Borough. Please contact Marc Solano for the discount code. \n\n\n\nAll seafood processors in Alaska are required to have an approved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) plan. This class prepares the participant to develop this plan. \n\n\n\nClass size is limited to 20 participants. A basic HACCP certificate issued by the Association of Food and Drug Officials is awarded upon completion of the class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist \n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n• Seafood processing• Environmental compliance• Product development• Small business operations• HACCP• Commercial fish smoking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/haccp-segment-2-march-2026/
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260413T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260417T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20250623T203743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T201629Z
UID:19052-1776038400-1776470399@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Ammonia Refrigeration Operator
DESCRIPTION:This training focuses on equipment commonly found in Alaskan seafood processing operations\, including plate freezers\, ice machines\, and refrigerated seawater heat exchangers. Workers are trained for Alaska conditions\, including the seasonal nature of the systems and facilities\, typical maintenance periods\, and running seasonal projects.
URL:https://www.alaskaresearchconsortium.org/ammonia-refrigeration-training.html
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260420T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260424T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20250623T202049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T162823Z
UID:19035-1776643200-1777075199@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Basic BAADER Technician
DESCRIPTION:This basic BAADER technician class is designed for individuals with 1–2 years of general mechanic experience and focuses on high-speed filleting machines (BAADER 212/52). Topics include knife sharpening\, basic assembly\, standard settings\, identifying wear and tear\, reading electrical schematics\, BAADER 052 skinner training\, and running fish over the machine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://www.alaskaresearchconsortium.org/baader-technician-training.html
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260427T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260501T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20250623T202712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T162642Z
UID:19042-1777248000-1777679999@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Advanced BAADER Technician
DESCRIPTION:This advanced BAADER technician class focuses on high-speed filleting machines (BAADER 212/52) and is intended for individuals who have already completed basic BAADER training. Topics include a review of basic machine knowledge\, electrical fault finding and analysis\, parameter configuration\, production adjustments\, and running fish over the machine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://www.alaskaresearchconsortium.org/baader-technician-training.html
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,seafood processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Anchorage:20260501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T114301
CREATED:20251121T223747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T194215Z
UID:20485-1777626000-1777651200@alaskaseagrant.org
SUMMARY:Sanitation Control Procedures for Seafood Processors - 2026
DESCRIPTION:The one-day sanitation control procedures workshop is designed for all seafood processors. It covers the basic 8 points of sanitation as well as documentation requirements. Several demonstrations will be conducted for using test kits to monitor common sanitizer residuals. \n\n\n\nThis is an interactive workshop held online via videoconference. Registrants will be emailed a Zoom link before the event. \n\n\n\nThe sanitation control procedures workshop is developed and sanctioned by AFDO (Association of Food and Drug Officials). \n\n\n\nKodiak residents are eligible for scholarships covering registration fees\, thanks to funding from Kodiak Island Borough. Please contact Marc Solano for the discount code. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse instructor: Chris Sannito\, Seafood Technology Specialist \n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant Marine Advisory ProgramKodiak Seafood and Marine Science Center \n\n\n\n• Seafood processing• Environmental compliance• Product development• Small business operations• HACCP• Commercial fish smoking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant accommodation and code of conduct\n\n\n\nAlaska Sea Grant is committed to providing safe and welcoming environments for all who participate in activities\, meetings\, or events. Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made at least five business days in advance to sea.grant@alaska.edu. Participants and organizers of Alaska Sea Grant-sponsored activities are supported by the Alaska Sea Grant event code of conduct.
URL:https://alaskaseagrant.org/event/sanitation-control-procedures-for-seafood-processors-2026/
CATEGORIES:Alaska Seafood School,online/distance delivery,seafood processing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marc Solano":MAILTO:mcsolano@alaska.edu
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