GMP — Good Manufacturing Practice Certification

Good Manufacturing Practice certification demonstrates that your production processes, facilities and controls consistently produce safe, high-quality products — essential for pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic and supplement manufacturers.

Why it matters

GMP covers the systems and procedures manufacturers must have in place to ensure products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards — covering premises, equipment, personnel hygiene, documentation and traceability.

RBA Registrars conducts independent GMP audits against recognised international frameworks, giving regulators, retailers and consumers confidence in your manufacturing controls.

Why pursue this

Benefits of GMP certification

GMP certification demonstrates disciplined production control, a baseline expectation for pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic and supplement manufacturers worldwide.

Supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals

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SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
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SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
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SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Consistent product quality

Documented, controlled processes reduce batch-to-batch variation and product failures.

Regulatory readiness

Aligns your facility with expectations from health authorities and retail partners.

Consumer trust

An independently verified mark of manufacturing discipline and product safety.

Market access

Many distributors and retailers require GMP as a condition of supply.

"Good Manufacturing Practice is not paperwork, it is proof that quality is built into every batch."
Sarah Okafor, Lead Manufacturing Assessor, RBA Registrars

Organisations that benefit

Pharmaceutical manufacturing
Food & beverage production
Cosmetics manufacturing
Nutraceuticals & supplements
Medical device components
Contract manufacturing

Key requirement areas

Facility & Hygiene
Premises design, cleaning and pest control
Equipment
Calibration, maintenance and validation
Documentation
Batch records and traceability
Personnel
Training, hygiene and competence

How certification works

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Application
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On-site audit
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Certificate issued
Annual surveillance