As the standard-setter, Global Animal Partnership does not conduct audits nor make Step-rating certification decisions.
Authorized independent, third-party certification companies assess compliance of operations with our 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating Standards. These independent certifiers, with trained and ratified auditors, perform the audits and issue Step certificates, as appropriate.
By working with independent certifiers, farmers, consumers, and retailers alike can be assured that Step ratings are fair, accurate, and free of any conflict of interest.
Below are the certification companies authorized to audit and certify to our program:
EarthClaims LLC
Washington, DC > T: 202.596.5592 > www.earthclaims.com
IMI Global, Inc.
221 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104 > T: 303.895.3002 > info@imiglobal.com > www.imiglobal.com
Andrew Little > T: +61 7 3361 9200 > andrew.little@ausmeat.com.au > www.ausmeat.com.au
* auditing and certification in Australia and New Zealand *
NOTE: As of April 1, 2013, Steritech no longer conducts certification services, including 5-Step auditing and certification.
