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How to get certified

The GMP+ Feed Certification scheme has two modules: Feed Safety Assurance (GMP+ FSA), for safe feed, and Feed Responsibility Assurance (GMP+ FRA), for a more sustainable work method. Follow the steps below to learn more about ‘How to apply’ for GMP+ Feed Certification. Looking for a Certification Body in your area? Visit the link in step 3.

1

Check the relevant requirements

Scheme documents
2

Work towards the requirements

  • How you meet the requirements will depend on your individual circumstances.
  • Organisations apply the standard to their operations before being audited. This may include:
    • defining tasks and responsibilities,
    • instructions for production, or
    • cleaning and setting up quality manuals.
  • Effective feed safety systems enable companies to trace a batch of feed put on the market, as well as the production history.
  • There is a range of support available, from our Support documents and Registered Consultants, to the GMP+ Helpdesk and the GMP+ Academy
Support documents
3

Find a Cerification Body

  • You should contact an independent Certification Body to apply for certification.
  • All GMP+ International accepted Certification Bodies can be found in the GMP+ Company database.
  • Your company will sign a contract directly with the Certification Body to conduct an audit. They will be your first point of contact during the certification process and conduct all future audits.
Certification Bodies
4

The Certification Body will conduct an audit

  • If your company complies with the requirements and audit is performed, consisting of an assessment of your documentation and an on-site audit.
  • After a positive assessment, the Certification Body will issue a GMP+ certificate and your company will be able to enjoy all the advantages of being GMP+ certified.

Do you have any questions?

If you have questions about the certification process, please contact your Certification Body or Registered Consultant. 

If you have questions about the GMP+ FC scheme or general requirements please contact our Helpdesk.