The Victorian statutory authority that regulates the meat and poultry industries in Victoria through licensing and standards.
PrimeSafe regulates the meat and poultry industries in Victoria, licensing abattoirs, processors, wholesalers, retail butchers and pet meat businesses.
Yes. Retail butchers in Victoria that prepare and sell meat generally require a PrimeSafe licence in addition to any council requirements for the premises.
No. PrimeSafe covers meat and poultry. Dairy in Victoria is regulated by Dairy Food Safety Victoria, and general retail food by local councils.
Yes. Licensed meat and poultry businesses must operate an approved food safety program and be audited to confirm it is being followed.
PrimeSafe can issue directions and ultimately suspend or cancel a licence where a business repeatedly fails to meet the required meat safety standards.