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This Resolution delineates the regulatory framework and procedural guidelines for state control and official activities concerning food safety, animal health, plant protection, and related sectors. It emphasizes the importance of establishing standardized procedures for the implementation of state control, including the creation of information management systems, certification processes, and compliance verification mechanisms. The overarching policy goal is to ensure the safety, quality, and transparency of food and animal products, aligning with broader public health and trade objectives, and is grounded in specific legal principles such as the protection of consumer interests, animal welfare, and environmental safety. Key measures include the development of detailed operational procedures for inspections, sampling, laboratory testing, and certification, as well as the delineation of responsibilities among competent authorities and delegated entities. The document specifies requirements for the accreditation and operation of laboratories, the issuance of certificates and official documents, and the use of electronic systems like IMSOC for data exchange and control activities. It also outlines the criteria for recognizing control systems from other countries, procedures for handling non-compliance, and timelines for implementation, including deadlines for aligning existing normative acts with the new standards by January 1, 2027. Implementation strategies involve the establishment of institutional responsibilities, such as the Food Safety Agency and other relevant bodies, with provisions for training personnel, conducting audits, and ensuring procedural transparency. The document details mechanisms for cooperation with international partners, procedures for control in border and transit points, and the enforcement of sanctions for violations. It emphasizes the importance of procedural integrity, confidentiality, and the systematic review and updating of control plans, with specific timelines and responsibilities assigned to ensure compliance and effective enforcement.
Title:
Resolution No. 24 validating the Rules for the implementation of state control and other official activities in the fields of food/feed safety, veterinary medicine and plant protection.
Country:
Georgia
Type of document:
Regulation
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Repealed:
No