Approval Timelines

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  1. Set Up Initial Site Visit
     • Duration: Approx. One Week
     • Contact SCMPID to request guidance on setting up a fully inspected establishment and site visit.
  2. Ensuring Compliance
     • Duration: Months to Years
     • Ensure compliance with all mandatory requirements (may require multiple visits and reviews of HACCP System)
     • Compliance requirements:
       • Grounds and Building
       • Water and Sewage
       • Waste Disposal
       • Lighting and Ventilation
       • Equipment
       • Humane Handling/Good Commercial Practices (if applicable)
       • Employees
       • Sanitation
       • Safety and Training
       • HACCP System
  3. Apply For Permit
     • Duration: Approx. One Week
     • Contact SCMPID to set up a pre-approval inspection.
  4. Permit Approval
     • Duration: Variable
     • SCMPID Area Supervisor and HQ representative inspect establishment, equipment, and plans; observe slaughter (if applicable).
     • Depending on readiness of building and plans, it may take multiple visits before approval
  5. Receive Permit
     • Duration: Approx. One Week
     • After your permit is approved it should take approximately another week to be delivered.
  6. Validate HACCP System
     • Duration: 90 Days
     • After approval, site enters validation period. Once it is completed you are ready.
  7. Renew Permits
     • You will be required to renew your permit on June 30th every year.

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