AUS-MEAT
AUS-MEAT is a not-for-profit
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AUS-MEAT’S Role
AUS-MEAT’s role is to approve suitably qualified auditors for the program, administer an audit program to verify conformance with the Standards and to maintain a register of participating establishments. AUS-MEAT also administers use of the AAWCS Trademark on behalf of Industry. AUS-MEAT will also institute corrective actions where breaches occur in accordance with the Rules.
AAWCS Application and Certification Process
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Each establishment must apply to AUS-MEAT for AAWCS certification. AUS-MEAT will make an initial assessment of the application. The Certification Audit is the first audit undertaken for assessing and granting AAWCS certification.
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Following certification, annual audits are then undertaken for ongoing assessment of participants in the program.
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Livestock processors must apply to become certified and can do so by completing the ‘Application for AUS-MEAT AW Certification’ form.
Want to know more?
For more information please contact AUS-MEAT on 07 3361 9200 or go to their website at www.ausmeat.com.au.