Government-Approved Auditing

Food Safety Auditing.
Confidence. Compliance.
Peace of Mind.

All our audits, regulatory and otherwise, are conducted by auditors individually approved by the state food safety regulator, such as the NSW Food Authority or the relevant state Department of Health, including Cook Chill endorsed auditors. Whether you need a mandatory regulatory audit, HACCP certification readiness, supplier verification or an independent gap assessment, we audit with precision, purpose and professionalism. Meet our lead auditors on our team page.

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NSW Food Authority TPA Approved
NFSA Level 4 Auditors
GFSI Standard Auditors
HACCP Auditors
6 States Approved
HALAL Auditors
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What We Offer

A Full Suite of Food Safety Auditing Services

Every audit type is delivered by the same licensed TPA practitioners - not outsourced to unverified contractors.

Regulatory

Third-Party Regulatory Food Safety Audits

In most Australian states, food businesses with independent Food Safety Programmes are legally required to undergo annual audits by an Approved Food Safety Auditor. ANFSI's auditors are government-approved across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA and TAS. Explore third-party food safety audits in Sydney and NSW.

Aged Care/ NDIS, Hospitals and Childcare Centres
Cook Chill and Ready-to-Eat Operations
Food Manufacturers and Processors (including High Risk)
Retailers, Wholesalers, Hotels and Caterers
Multi-Site and Franchise Operations
Internal

Internal Food Safety Audit Programmes

Under the Food Standards Code, HACCP-certified businesses must conduct regular internal audits. ANFSI provides independent internal audits to identify non-conformities before they become compliance issues - and trains your team to conduct their own. Explore internal food safety audits.

Full Operational Inspections and Documentation Reviews
Non-Conformance Identification and Classification
Corrective Action Plan Development
Internal Audit Team Training and Competency Building
Certification

HACCP Certification Readiness Audits

Preparing for initial or renewal HACCP certification? ANFSI offers pre-certification audits to ensure your systems align with HACCP principles and regulatory requirements. We assess readiness, identify gaps and provide practical guidance so you approach your official audit with confidence.

Assessment Against Codex Alimentarius 2020 HACCP Guidelines
Gap Identification and Prioritised Action Plan
Documentation Review and Strengthening
Post-Audit Mentoring and Preparation Support
Supply Chain

Supplier and Subcontractor Audits

Your food safety system is only as strong as your suppliers. ANFSI provides independent supplier and subcontractor audits to verify that your raw materials, packaging and services meet strict food safety and quality standards. View dedicated supplier audit page.

On-Site Supplier Facility Assessments
Detailed Audit Reports with Photographic Evidence
Corrective Action Plans and Follow-Up Verification
Supplier Approval Programme Integration
Desktop

Desktop Audits - Food Safety Programme Reviews

Many councils require businesses to submit updated Food Safety Programmes for accreditation or licence renewal. ANFSI provides remote Desktop Audits reviewing your programme for compliance against the latest legislation and standards, issuing an Advice Notice for council submission.

Remote Programme Review Against Current Legislation
Advice Notice Issued for Council Submission
Completed Without Disruption to Your Operations
Assessment

Gap Audits and Good Catering Practice (GCP)

Preparing for certification, a council food safety inspection or a major customer audit? ANFSI Gap Audits compare your existing food safety management system against your desired benchmark. GCP audits lay the foundation for certifications like Codex HACCP, ISO 9001 and ISO 22000.

Full Documentation and Procedures Review
Clear Gap Identification and Prioritised Action Plan
GCP: Hygiene, Food Handling, Waste, Codex-Based
Foundation Step Toward ISO 22000 and HACCP
Sectors Audited

We Audit Every Major Food Sector Across Australia

Our regulatory audit approvals cover all major food business categories under the Food Standards Code. Our team brings operational experience across every sector we audit.

Aged Care/ NDIS and Vulnerable Populations
Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
Childcare and Education Catering
Cook Chill and RTE Operations
Food Manufacturers and Processors
Retailers and Wholesalers
Hotels, Franchises and Caterers
Multi-Site and International Operations
Our Audit Process

Transparent, Supportive and Efficient

At ANFSI, our audit approach is professional but practical. We strongly believe audits should support your business, not disrupt it. Every engagement follows the same clear three-stage process.

Following each audit we conduct a clear closing meeting, provide a comprehensive written report and offer ongoing follow-up support so you can implement corrective actions with full confidence.

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Pre-Audit Planning

Successful audits start with careful planning. We work with you to clearly define the audit scope, review previous reports and highlight key focus areas. We schedule audits at times that minimise disruption to your operations - preparing you to audit with confidence.

02
On-Site Audit

Our experienced auditors inspect your facility, observe food handling practices, verify hygiene and sanitation standards, review all documentation including monitoring logs, training records and food safety procedures, and conduct staff interviews to validate food safety knowledge and behaviours.

03
Audit Report and Action Plan

At the end of every audit we conduct a closing meeting to clearly explain our findings - what is compliant, what is non-compliant and what corrective actions are recommended. You receive a comprehensive written audit report with practical corrective action guidance and follow-up support where needed.

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Global Standards Coverage
Certified audit capability across BRCGS Issue 9, SQF, FSSC 22000, IFS and more
Gap Mapping and Readiness
Structured pre-certification gap analysis identifying precise compliance shortfalls
Retailer Standard Alignment
Advisory on intersection between GFSI standards and major retailer requirements
Export and Supply Chain Access
GFSI recognition unlocks international market access and blue-chip customer approval
BRCGS Issue 9 SQF FSSC 22000 IFS
GFSI Audits

Global Food Safety Initiative Standards

Programme Overview

Achieving certification against Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) benchmarked standards is critical for market access and global supply chain integration. GFSI-benchmarked certifications including BRCGS, SQF, FSSC 22000 and IFS are increasingly required by major retailers, food service operators and export market customers as a baseline condition of supply. The pathway to certification requires rigorous systems preparation and objective gap identification.

How ANFSI Assists

We offer expert guidance, gap mapping, and audit readiness pathways for leading global standards, ensuring your systems seamlessly clear rigorous international benchmarks. Our practitioners hold current GFSI scheme knowledge and provide structured pre-certification reviews, documentation assessment, corrective action prioritisation and mock audit exercises that replicate actual certification audit conditions.

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Coles CFMSR Readiness
Targeted preparation for Coles Food Manufacturing and Supplier Requirements audit criteria
Woolworths WSEP Preparation
Structured mock audits mirroring Woolworths Supplier Excellence Programme assessment standards
Pre-Requisite Programme Checks
Verification of PRPs including pest control, cleaning, allergen management and traceability
Corrective Action Tracking
Post-audit follow-up support ensuring all findings are resolved before formal retailer review
Coles CFMSR Woolworths WSEP Mock Audits
Retailer Standards

Coles CFMSR and Woolworths WSEP

Programme Overview

Meeting strict, proprietary tier-one Australian retailer compliance standards like Coles CFMSR and Woolworths WSEP is mandatory to secure and retain premium supermarket supplier contracts. These programmes set demanding expectations across food safety management systems, allergen controls, traceability, labelling compliance and supplier monitoring - and failure during a scheduled audit can result in immediate delisting and loss of revenue.

How ANFSI Assists

We provide precise compliance tracking, pre-requisite preparation, and targeted mock audits designed to flawlessly satisfy specific retailer food safety and quality expectations. Our practitioners understand the internal scoring frameworks used by Coles and Woolworths auditors, enabling us to guide your team through the exact areas most likely to generate non-conformances - before the formal audit occurs.

Our Reach

Australia-Wide Regulator-Approved Food Safety Auditors

A network of licensed food safety auditors operating across every major capital city and all six approved states.

A Network of Licensed
Food Safety Auditors
7
Capital City
Audit Pools
25+
Specialised Training
Courses Available
6
Approved States
NSW VIC QLD SA WA TAS
Why ANFSI

Why Australian Food Businesses Choose ANFSI

We combine deep regulatory knowledge with real operational experience. Our auditors have worked inside the food businesses they now audit, giving them a unique understanding of what practical compliance looks like.

Every audit engagement is led by the same licensed practitioner from booking to final report. No outsourcing, no handoffs, no surprises.

Government-Approved TPA Auditors

Auditors individually approved by the food safety regulators in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA and TAS. Every audit is legally recognised by the relevant state food authority.

NFSA Level 4 Qualified Practitioners

Our auditors hold the highest qualification level under the National Food Safety Audit Scheme, recognised across all Australian jurisdictions.

GFSI and International Standards Certified

Exemplar Global certified auditors with verified capability across BRCGS, SQF, FSSC 22000, IFS and ISO 22000 frameworks.

Comprehensive Corrective Action Reports

Every audit includes a detailed written report with clear non-conformance classifications, root cause analysis and prioritised corrective action guidance.

Specialist Aged Care and Vulnerable Groups Expertise

Deep operational knowledge of FSANZ Standard 3.3.1 requirements for facilities serving aged care, NDIS, hospital and childcare populations.

One Auditor, Start to Finish

Your engagement is never outsourced or handed off. The same licensed practitioner manages your audit from initial contact through to the closing meeting and final report.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Food Safety Auditing

We answer the questions food businesses ask most often before booking their first audit with ANFSI.

In NSW, food businesses classified as high-risk under the Food Act 2003 are legally required to engage a Third-Party Auditor (TPA) licensed by the NSW Food Authority. Similar requirements exist under equivalent legislation in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania. ANFSI's auditors are individually approved by the food safety regulators in all six states, meaning we can audit your business regardless of where in Australia you operate. If your business operates a Food Safety Programme, processes high-risk foods, or serves vulnerable populations (aged care, hospitals, childcare), you are almost certainly required to engage a licensed auditor.
A council inspection is conducted by a local government Environmental Health Officer (EHO), is often unannounced, and focuses on observable hygiene conditions at a single point in time. A food safety audit is a structured, planned examination conducted by an accredited independent auditor against your Food Safety Programme or management system. Audits review documentation, procedures, records, staff knowledge and operational practices in a far more comprehensive way. Passing a council inspection does not mean your food safety system is compliant, and vice versa. Restaurants, cafes and other hospitality businesses can get ready with our council food safety inspection preparation service.
ANFSI provides a detailed corrective action report explaining every non-conformance and the specific steps needed to address it. Minor non-conformances typically require corrective action within a defined timeframe. Critical non-conformances may require immediate corrective action and a follow-up verification audit. Our approach is always supportive. We work with you to understand the root cause of findings and help you implement practical, sustainable improvements rather than simply issuing penalties.
Audit frequency depends on your business classification and state requirements. Most high-risk food businesses are required to be audited annually. Businesses with a strong compliance history may qualify for reduced audit frequency in some jurisdictions. ANFSI will advise you on the correct audit schedule based on your specific operations, regulatory obligations and previous audit outcomes.
Yes. ANFSI's auditors are individually approved by the food safety regulators in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania. We regularly conduct audits for multi-site businesses operating across state borders. Our principal auditors are NFSA Level 4 qualified, which is the highest national food safety auditor qualification recognised across all Australian jurisdictions.
Start by reviewing your current Food Safety Programme to ensure it reflects your actual operations. Check that all records are up to date, including temperature logs, cleaning schedules, supplier approvals and training records. Brief your team on what to expect during the audit. ANFSI also offers pre-audit gap analysis services that can help you identify and address potential non-conformances before the formal audit takes place.
Book Your Audit

Ready to Book a Government-Approved Food Safety Audit?

A licensed TPA auditor will respond within one business day with scheduling options and a tailored quote for your business.

Contact Our Team
0489 200 205 info@anfsi.com.au
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