GSA Standards Development Process

To promote broad stakeholder involvement, consensus and transparency in the standards development process, GSA delegates the primary guidance and oversight for the process to a Standards Oversight Committee (SOC).

Certification Body Application Package

Requirements for certification bodies offering certification against GSA standards.

RFVS Frequently Asked Questions

This document discusses questions often received regarding the RFVS Program.

Changes Affecting a Certification Cycle

This policy describes the scope, eligibility, and procedures for changes affecting a certification cycle of various Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) Standards.

RFVS Auditor Compliance Guide

The RFVS Criteria are underpinned by the RFVS certification requirements outlined in this document – the “RFVS Auditor Compliance Guide.”

Auditor Competency & Course Approval Requirements

The Global Seafood Alliance conducts several Auditor Training Courses each year, in different regions around the world, teaching seven possible auditor competencies. Participants include New Auditor Candidates, Returning Auditors, and Observers. Qualifications for auditor training must be met and maintained according to the requirements of the standard.

CB Requirements

Requirements for certification bodies offering certification against the BAP, BSP, and RFVS programs

BSP - RFVS Policy on Zero Tolerance and Remediation Requirements Issue 1.0

The Global Seafood Alliance (GSA) is an international, non-profit 501c 6 corporation registered in Delaware, USA with principal offices based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

BSP Logo Use Requirements - Issue 2.0

Complaints, Appeals & Disputes

Complaints, appeals and disputes regarding certification brought to the attention of the Global Seafood Alliance by retailers, consumers, facilities, or other parties will be handled by Program Integrity or

Unannounced and Overnight Audit Policy for Enhanced Social

GSA Unannounced Audit FAQ