Building Halal assurance from within – training empowered committee members for stronger compliance leadership.
📌 Overview
On 21–22 January 2025, UHAC successfully conducted a Halal Competency In-House Training session for the internal Halal team of Bersatu Integrated Logistic Sdn. Bhd., based in Pelabuhan Klang.
A total of 10 officially appointed Internal Halal Committee (IHC) members participated in this two-day structured and compliance-driven session, facilitated by Puan Athirah Saidi.
This training aligns with the Malaysian Halal Certification Procedure Manual (MPPHM Domestik) 2020, which requires Halal Competency Training at least once every three (3) years for all formally appointed IHC members.
🎯 Training Objectives
The main goals of this program were to:
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Increase the technical and regulatory understanding of internal Halal governance.
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Equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to implement and monitor the Halal Assurance System (HAS).
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Foster full understanding of JAKIM’s Halal Certification requirements, MS1500:2019, and audit preparedness.
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Strengthen the operational role of the IHC in managing day-to-day Halal compliance.
📚 Key Topics Covered
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Responsibilities of Internal Halal Committee Members
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Introduction to MS1500:2019 Halal Standard
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Halal Assurance System (HAS) & Documentation Requirements
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Halal Critical Control Points (HCCP) in Logistics Operations
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Mock Internal Auditing & Corrective Action Planning
🌟 Training Highlights
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Expert-led session by Puan Athirah Saidi, who tailored the content to reflect the logistics and warehousing context
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Case studies and group discussions focusing on Halal risks in supply chain management
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Hands-on activities simulating internal audit procedures and compliance documentation
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Strengthened teamwork among IHC members in fulfilling JAKIM’s expectations
👥 Participant Profile
The training was attended by 10 Internal Halal Committee members, officially appointed by Bersatu’s top management, covering key departments such as:
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Logistics & Warehousing
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Procurement & Documentation
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Quality & Compliance
✅ Compliance & Certification Alignment
This training fulfills a mandatory component of JAKIM’s Halal Certification compliance under MPPHM 2020, which stipulates that all IHC members must undergo Halal Competency Training every three (3) years through a registered Halal training provider.
💬 Appreciation
We thank Bersatu Integrated Logistic Sdn. Bhd. for their continued trust in UHAC. Your dedication to internal Halal training demonstrates a strong organizational commitment to excellence in Halal compliance and governance.
