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Course #9000
This training course is available throughout the fiscal year. This course can be completed within approximately 6 hours total time at your own pace. We recommend you complete the course within 2 weeks of the date you begin.
Once you have completed the training, please complete the course evaluation form located at the bottom of this page.
After you have completed the course registration form, please open the Introduction presentation below to start the course and learn how to navigate the training system features.
Click on the topics below in order to open the presentations covering background/overview information and step-by-step tutorials on how to perform the export tasks in PHIS. In the lower righthand corner of many slides, there are buttons which connect you to audio voice-overs and transcripts--use of these is entirely optional. You will also find key PHIS export references at the bottom of this page.
This training focuses on how to perform the Export Certification functions in PHIS as outlined in FSIS Directive 13,000.5. It covers how to perform the Export Certification task (CSI and PHV roles), approve or reject export applications, replacement certificates, and sign/print the export certificate. In addition, the review of the Form 9080-3 (Establishment Application for Export) in PHIS is covered. This course is updated to include changes made to the PHIS Export Certification function as outlined in recent FSIS Notices. You will find links to all the most recent FSIS Notices related to PHIS Exports in the "Resources" section at the bottom of this homepage.
*Disclaimer: The scenarios/examples used are for training purposes only and not inclusive of all importing country requirements. Some countries used in the examples may not yet be active in PHIS for export certification. There may be minor differences in the PHIS demonstration screens shown vs. the current PHIS live version due to ongoing enhancements. Always refer to the most recent Directives, Notices, and Export Library found on the FSIS website.
Technical Support: Email CFLHelpDesk@usda.gov or call 1-833-ASK-OEED (1-833-275-6333), Mon-Fri from 8:30am - 6:00pm ET for assistance. Do not contact the FSIS CEC Service Desk if you need assistance with this training system.
Technical Note: Some modules contain tutorial videos. They should stream well if you have a strong internet connection. However, if you are having problems with streaming (skipping, pausing, etc.), try running the videos from the links in the "Demonstration Videos" section at the bottom of this homepage, rather than from the links inside the modules.
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Please click here to complete the course registration form.
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This section provides an overview and background information about Electronic Export Certification Steps in PHIS. The CSI only (no PHV signature required) and CSI/PHV (PHV signature required) Export Certification Task workflow steps are described in details.
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This section provides an overview of the PHIS Export Certification Task steps and the PHIS steps to schedule the export task (review and approve or reject the 9060-6 application with both the CSI and PHV roles). The steps that CSIs and PHVs perform to apply a signature, print, upload, and complete the task are presented in the next topic (3. Applying Signatures).
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PHIS will display one of the two different methods IPP use to sign export documents after the Approve and Sign button is selected. This section covers the second part of the Export Certification Task to sign, print, upload, and complete the task. Video step-by-step instructions are included to show how to do these steps in PHIS for each signature method.
*Instructions regarding use of PHIS for Export Certification are frequently changing. Always refer to PHIS and the FSIS Export Library to determine the appropriate signature method for each importing country. Currently, none of the 149 countries active in PHIS require manual signatures on certificates printed on FSIS security paper (all require digital signatures on certificates printed on standard white paper). Therefore, there is no uploading of completed signed certificate packages into PHIS. However, this does not preclude that some countries may revert to manual signatures in the future, so be sure to stay current on the most recent FSIS Notices addressing export certification.
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This short module contains a series of screenshots demonstrating where you will find the new Delete Attachments function on the Approve and Sign page. There is no audio, and it is not required that you check off this module to receive credit. Refer to Notice 16-21 in the Resources section below.
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This video tutorial demonstrates the automatic application of a digital signature to a Phase 4 country (Bermuda). Clicking on the link will open a dialogue box for you to save the file (PowerPoint) to your Desktop or another folder on your computer. From there, you can open the file and view it in PowerPoint slideshow mode.
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This section provides an overview of processing Replacement Certificates in PHIS and provides the step-by-step instructions on how to approve one in PHIS.
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This section provides an overview of the 9080-3 Establishment Application for Export and also step-by-step instructions on how to approve or reject the application in PHIS. As you receive these applications in your establishments, bear in mind two very important points about the 9080-3:
(a) Not every importing country requires exporters to submit a Form 9080-3 to certify eligibility. Check the Export Library to see whether or not it is required.
(b) If it is required, and the establishment submits a 9080-3 for approval, carefully check to ensure the exporter has completed the form accurately, including attaching any required supplemental documents. These applications are routed all the way up to FSIS Headquarters for final approval, and incorrect applications may cause unnecessary delays in certifying eligibility.
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Key references related to PHIS Electronic Export Certification. Additional Notices will be issued in the future announcing new countries that are activated for PHIS export certification. You do not need to mark these as "Completed".
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Follow this link for a tutorial on how the digital signature is now automatically applied when the reviewing official clicks Approve and Sign.
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Once you have completed the Course Evaluation below, simply close this course window ("X" in the upper right) to return to the course page on AgLearn. Check to see the circle to the right has a checkmark in it. Next, complete the quiz to receive credit.
You may also click here to return to AgLearn, but you may be asked to log in again.
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Please complete the course evaluation upon finishing the course. Don't forget to enter "PHISEE 9000" as the course name/number. We are continuously trying to improve the virtual learning experience and appreciate your responses and comments!
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