OB introduces Korea’s first state-backed draft beer quality seal

Oriental Brewery (OB) said Tuesday it had introduced what it described as the country’s first government-backed certification program for draft beer quality management, a move aimed at raising hygiene standards and supporting food service operators nationwide. The program, called the Master Draft Manager (MDM), awards credentials to individuals who demonstrate proficiency in draft beer sanitation and quality control. OB said the certification is backed by the Ministry of Employment and Labor, giving it an official standing that distinguishes it from conventional one-time industry training. The MDM credential is administered jointly with Kinoco, one of OB’s partner companies with 14 years of experience in draft beer quality training and equipment management systems. OB said the partnership combines Kinoco's technical expertise with its own quality management practices. Candidates must complete a four-stage process comprising classroom instruction, hands-on training, an online written exam and an on-site practical assessment. The curriculum covers sanitation procedures, supply line clea

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