THE Warwick Saleyards is celebrating a significant milestone after receiving accreditation under the National Saleyards Quality Assurance (NSQA) program.
The NSQA accreditation demonstrates the commitment of the Warwick Saleyards to both meet and maintain recognised national standards in the handling of livestock through all stages of the prime market and store/re-stocker market, Saleyard System.
NSQA Inc. president Ian O’Loan OAM, and executive officer David Pollock will present the Warwick Saleyard’s NSQA accreditation certificate to Southern Downs Regional Council Mayor Tracy Dobie at the saleyards on Tuesday to coincide with the weekly cattle sale.
Mayor Dobie said she was very proud to receive the accreditation certificate on behalf of the Warwick Saleyards and Southern Downs Regional Council.
“The Warwick Saleyards staff and all those involved in the process of achieving the National Saleyards Quality Assurance accreditation should be extremely proud of their efforts,” Mayor Dobie said.
“This accreditation sends a clear message to the industry and to the community that the Warwick Saleyards is serious about product quality and integrity, and serves to strengthen the excellent reputation that the saleyards currently enjoys.
“It is anticipated that such accreditation will be a further drawcard for livestock sellers and buyers to use the Warwick Saleyards now and into the future.”
There are several steps in the process towards gaining the NSQA accreditation which includes training of staff in the development and management of the Quality Assurance Program; assessing existing facilities and undertaking modifications or re-development as necessary to meet the requirements of the National Standard; developing the Quality Assurance Manual using the NSQA Inc guidelines; submitting the manual for audit and approval; and assessment of the saleyard under a site audit over the duration of a sale.
