L.MSI.2402 - MSA Quality Management System Support & Review
The transition of MSA integrity and training services from MLA to AUS-MEAT meant that updates were required to the MSA Quality Management System.
| Project start date: | 12 January 2024 |
| Project end date: | 31 October 2024 |
| Publication date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Project status: | Completed |
| Livestock species: | Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep |
| Relevant regions: | National |
Summary
This project provided support to the MSA team and assisted with reviewing the MSA Quality Management System and USDA PVP program following the recent changes within the MSA program (MSA Integrity and training now being conducted by AUS-MEAT).
Objectives
Review and update of relevant documentation within the MSA Quality Management System in preparation for the ISO and USDA PVP audits in 2024.
Key findings
The MSA QMS is in good shape to manage the transition of MSA Integrity and Training Servicers to AUS-MEAT. MSA to keep working with AUS-MEAT auditors to maintain the integrity and trust in the MSA program.
Benefits to industry
Successfully maintaining ISO accreditation and USDA PVP approval is important for industry and customer outcomes and value capture for US destined product.
MLA action
Publish online summary.
Future research
No further investment at this point.
More information
| Project manager: | Janine Lau |
| Contact email: | reports@mla.com.au |
| Primary researcher: | Meat Inspectors Pty Ltd |
