FAMI-QS is a base standard program in ANAB's fee schedule.
To be recognized, a CB must be accredited by a FAMI-QS recognized AB, and ANAB is recognized to deliver accreditation under the FAMI-QS scheme.
The FAMI-QS Code addresses safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of specialty feed ingredients and their mixtures by:
Please refer to the information about the accreditation process at How to Become an ANAB-Accredited Certification Body.
You can view the FAMI-QS application in .pdf format to understand specific requirements but the application process must be completed online via ANAB's EQM database; first-time EQM users must register to create an account.
Accreditation Requirements for Management Systems CBs
FAMI-QS Rules for Certification Bodies (available at http://www.fami-qs.org/rules.html)
FAMI-QS Rules for Operators (available at http://www.fami-qs.org/rules.html)
FAMI-QS Certification Instructions (available at http://www.fami-qs.org/rules.html)
ISO/TS 22003:2013, Food safety management systems – Requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of food safety management systems (available from ANSI with member discount)
For more information, contact anab@anab.org.