Continuing the journey of Halal excellence through structured staff awareness and compliance training.
📌 Overview
On 21 January 2025, UHAC conducted the third batch of Halal Awareness In-House Training for CSR Sugar Refinery, as part of the company’s strategic compliance program.
A total of 32 participants from various operational units took part in this one-day session, which was delivered by experienced Halal trainer Pn. Natrah Azama.
This training plays a crucial role in ensuring CSR Sugar Refinery continues to uphold the highest standards in Halal integrity, aligning with the Malaysian Halal Certification Procedure Manual (Domestik) 2020, which mandates Halal Awareness Training to be conducted once every three (3) years for all staff involved in Halal-critical areas.
🎯 Training Objectives
This session was conducted to:
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Comply with JAKIM’s Halal Certification requirements
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Educate staff on the fundamental principles of Halal and Haram in Islamic law
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Promote internal awareness of Halal Assurance responsibilities
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Empower team members to identify and manage Halal-related risks in operations
📚 Key Topics Covered
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Basic Concepts of Halal, Haram, and Syubhah
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Overview of Halal Certification Process & MS1500:2019
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Staff Roles in Maintaining Halal Compliance
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Importance of Documentation & Internal Monitoring
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Case Scenarios in Halal Risk Management
🌟 Training Highlights
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Clear, engaging delivery by Pn. Natrah Azama, known for translating complex guidelines into practical actions
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Highly interactive session with Q&A, case study discussions, and real-life examples
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Enhanced participant understanding of Halal control points across production, logistics, and procurement functions
👥 Participant Profile
This training involved 32 staff members representing:
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Manufacturing & Processing Units
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Procurement & Supply Chain
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Warehousing & Distribution
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Quality Control & Assurance
The session was tailored to address the operational realities faced by each team in their day-to-day roles.
✅ Compliance & Certification Alignment
This training meets the Halal Awareness requirement under MPPHM 2020, and is essential for companies applying for or renewing their JAKIM Halal Certification. It is recommended that this training be repeated every three (3) years for all Halal-critical personnel.
💬 Acknowledgement
UHAC extends its appreciation to CSR Sugar Refinery for its consistent commitment to internal Halal capacity-building. Your investment in recurring staff training strengthens your Halal assurance ecosystem from the ground up.
