POST-TRAINING REPORT: MSPO AWARENESS TRAINING (MSPOA-25-12)
Training Date: 8 – 10 December 2025
Training Type: In-House Training
Venue: Heliconia & Orchid Meeting Room, Lot 10, ISF Port Klang, Selangor
Participants: 27 Persons
Training Reference: MSPO Awareness Training Outline (TP91)
1. Training Overview
The MSPO Awareness Training was successfully conducted from 8 to 10 December 2025 at Heliconia & Orchid Meeting Room, Lot 10, ISF Port Klang, Selangor. The programme was organised to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Certification Scheme and its implementation requirements across the palm oil supply chain.
The programme introduced participants to the objectives and principles of MSPO certification, sustainability requirements, legal compliance obligations, environmental management, social responsibility, occupational safety and health considerations, traceability requirements, stakeholder engagement, and continual improvement expectations.
The training was designed to create awareness among employees and management personnel regarding their respective roles and responsibilities in supporting and maintaining MSPO certification compliance within the organisation.
2. Participant Attendance
A total of 27 participants attended the programme.
| No. | Participant Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Chng Kee Hiang |
| 2 | Tan Wai Leng |
| 3 | Mohamad Haris Bin Abdul Khair |
| 4 | Tan Eng Hong |
| 5 | Raihan Hani Binti Md Hashim |
| 6 | Khairul Idzuan Bin Mohamad Sahidi |
| 7 | Sim Teong Kean |
| 8 | Norhidayah Binti Musa |
| 9 | Nurida Binti Abdul Razak |
| 10 | Abdul Syarif Najib Bin Shahidan |
| 11 | Mohd Amirul Bin Safari |
| 12 | Shah Rizan Bin Sulaiman |
| 13 | Muhammad Syafiq Zafran Bin Kamarudzaman |
| 14 | Muhammad Akmal Ariff Bin Adam |
| 15 | Ch’ng Shen Yi |
| 16 | Nanthini A/P Ramash |
| 17 | Ray Muvendra Raj A/L Raja Kumaran |
| 18 | Shamsharil Bin Sulaiman |
| 19 | Roshny Meenatcchy A/P Panneer Selvam |
| 20 | Yeong Kian Leong |
| 21 | Norazah Bt. Abdul Halyily @ Abd Aziz |
| 22 | Khaw Siew Leong |
| 23 | Mohamad Farkhan Bin Muahamad Sanuri |
| 24 | Mohamad Asyraf Bin Yahya |
| 25 | Hariyanti Binti Fattah |
| 26 | Nur Izzati Binti Samat |
| 27 | Suzana Said |
3. Training Delivery Methodology
The programme was delivered using an interactive and participant-focused learning approach comprising:
a) Interactive Lectures
Comprehensive explanation of MSPO certification principles, requirements, implementation processes, and sustainability expectations.
b) Group Discussions
Participants exchanged experiences and discussed practical implementation issues relevant to their operational responsibilities.
c) Case Study Reviews
Examples from actual palm oil operations were used to strengthen understanding of MSPO compliance requirements.
d) Knowledge Sharing Sessions
Open sharing sessions encouraged participants to discuss challenges and best practices relating to sustainability implementation.
e) Question and Answer Sessions
Participants were given opportunities to clarify requirements and seek guidance on implementation issues directly from the trainer.
f) Assessment Activities
Knowledge assessments and interactive exercises were conducted throughout the programme to evaluate participant understanding.
4. Training Evaluation Summary
Participant feedback indicated a highly positive response towards the programme.
Evaluation Statistics
| Indicator | Result |
|---|---|
| Feedback Response Rate | 55% |
| Average Satisfaction Score | 4.7 / 5.0 |
| Lowest Score Recorded | Above 3.0 / 5.0 |
| Dissatisfactory Rating | None Recorded |
Key Evaluation Findings
Participants rated the programme highly in terms of:
- Relevance of training content.
- Trainer competency and experience.
- Clarity of presentation.
- Practical examples and case studies.
- Usefulness of training materials.
- Overall programme management and administration.
No evaluation question received a score below 3 out of 5. Furthermore, no participant selected a dissatisfactory rating for any evaluation category. The overall average score of 4.7 out of 5.0 reflects a very high level of participant satisfaction and confidence in the programme.
5. Participant Understanding Assessment
Assessment activities conducted throughout the programme demonstrated that participants successfully achieved the intended learning outcomes.
Participants demonstrated understanding of:
- The objectives and structure of the MSPO Certification Scheme.
- Sustainability principles applicable to palm oil operations.
- Legal and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Environmental, social, and occupational safety obligations under MSPO.
- Stakeholder engagement and communication requirements.
- Traceability and record management requirements.
- Roles and responsibilities in supporting certification compliance.
Assessment exercises, classroom participation, and discussion activities indicated that participants were able to relate the training content to their actual workplace responsibilities and operational practices.
6. Trainer Observation
Throughout the three-day programme, participants demonstrated:
- Strong engagement during discussions and learning activities.
- Positive participation in classroom exercises.
- Good understanding of sustainability concepts and certification requirements.
- Willingness to share operational experiences and implementation challenges.
- Strong interest in understanding how MSPO requirements apply to their respective job functions.
The trainer observed that practical examples and implementation case studies significantly enhanced participant understanding and encouraged active participation throughout the programme.
7. Summary of Improvement Suggestions
Based on participant feedback and trainer observations, several opportunities for future enhancement were identified:
- Increase the number of operational case studies relevant to participant work activities.
- Provide additional examples of MSPO documentation and implementation records.
- Allocate more time for discussion on practical implementation challenges.
- Include more examples of audit findings and compliance expectations.
- Continue updating training materials in line with the latest MSPO developments and industry requirements.
Overall, participants indicated that the programme was informative, practical, and directly applicable to their work responsibilities.
8. Recommendations for Future Training
To further enhance future MSPO Awareness Training programmes, the following recommendations are proposed:
Recommendation 1
Expand practical implementation examples to strengthen participant understanding of certification requirements.
Recommendation 2
Incorporate additional industry-specific case studies and best-practice examples.
Recommendation 3
Provide supplementary implementation guidance materials and workplace reference tools.
Recommendation 4
Encourage wider participation from operational personnel and management representatives to strengthen organisation-wide awareness.
Recommendation 5
Conduct periodic refresher programmes to ensure continued awareness of evolving MSPO requirements and sustainability expectations.
9. Conclusion
The MSPO Awareness Training conducted from 8 to 10 December 2025 at ISF Port Klang, Selangor was successfully completed with the participation of 27 attendees.
The programme achieved its objective of enhancing participant awareness and understanding of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) Certification Scheme and its implementation requirements. Participant feedback demonstrated a high level of satisfaction, reflected by an average evaluation score of 4.7 out of 5.0, with no evaluation item receiving a score below 3.0 and no dissatisfactory ratings recorded.
Based on participant engagement, assessment outcomes, and trainer observations, the programme is considered successful in strengthening organisational awareness, supporting sustainability initiatives, and promoting effective implementation of MSPO requirements within the organisation.
Training records and participant certification records have been updated and maintained within the OSHISIS training database for future reference and verification purposes.
