The Extension Services Office and Department of Management of Cavite State University – Carmona Campus, in collaboration with the City Government of Carmona, through the Persons with Disability Office - Carmona and the Persons with Disability Organization of Carmona, Cavite, Inc., conducted the activity titled "Food Safety First: An Inclusive Training on Essential Food Safety Practices and Skills" on September 21, 2024, at the Research and Extension Services Office. As part of CvSUCCESS' Project KPKNan (Kaagapay sa Pag-unlad para sa KapakaNan ng PWDs), this initiative aimed to empower persons with disabilities (PWDs) by equipping them with vital food safety skills to enhance their employability or support them in establishing micro-enterprises.

The program began with a pre-assessment to gauge participants' initial understanding of food safety concepts. This allowed the trainers to tailor the learning experience to the participants' needs.

With Mr. Antonino Jose L. Bayson as the moderator, the activity began with a prayer and an energizer. Ms. Janine B. Bacosmo, campus extension services coordinator, officially opened the event, highlighting the significance of food safety in both professional and personal contexts.

In the first half of the day, Mr. Klenton R. Torrevillas, faculty extensionist, led sessions on personal hygiene practices and proper handwashing procedures, followed by a detailed presentation on Cleaning and Sanitizing. These essential practices were emphasized as foundational to maintaining a safe and clean food production environment.

The afternoon sessions, conducted by Dr. Joan L. Fortuna, department extension coordinator and project leader, focused on more advanced topics such as prevention of cross-contamination, time and temperature control, and food handling practices. Following Dr. Fortuna's session, participants engaged in a fun and interactive Q&A game led by Dr. Carlo Emil Mañabo, faculty extensionist, allowing them to review the material in an enjoyable way.

After the game, Dr. Maria Andrea C. Francia, faculty extensionist, facilitated the post-assessment, assisting participants in reviewing and solidifying their understanding of the food safety concepts covered.