How do I register my Site in the SQF Assessment Database for an Audit?

Prerequisites

• An active SQF Assessment Database account with User Registration and Corporate Information completed.
• Your company’s Organization ID is linked to your account.
• Knowledge of the SQF Code(s) your site will be audited against.

Steps

A) Begin audit registration

• Log in at https://sqfi.compliancemetrix.com.
• From the left menu, select Certification Registration.

B) Select applicable codes

• From the SQF Codes list, check the box(es) for the Food Safety Code(s) that apply to your site.
• Choose your Site from the list.
• Answer yes or no to the question, "Would you like to include SQF Quality Audit Edition 9 with this purchase. This will add a quality audit to your registration.
• Confirm your selection and continue.

C Select Certification Body and audit details

• Select your Certification Body from the dropdown.
• Choose your payment Type
• Select or add your "Billing Contact"

D) Submit registration

• Review your registration details.
• Select SUBMIT.
• You will receive a confirmation email, and your Certification Body will be notified.

Result

Your audit registration is now payment pending. After payment, your Certification Body will review your request, schedule the audit, and provide you with audit details.

Troubleshooting

• Cannot find your Certification Body: Confirm your CB is licensed for your chosen Code. If still missing, contact SQFI Support.

• Audit Registration button missing: Ensure your account is linked to an Organization ID and Site under Corporate Information.

• Submitted the wrong Code: Contact SQFI customer service to update your registration.

• Status says “Pending” for a long period: Follow up directly with your Certification Body, as they control scheduling.

FAQs

Who is responsible for registering the audit?
The site must register the audit. Certification Bodies can do this on your behalf.

Can I register multiple sites at once?
No. Each site must be registered individually.

When should I register my audit?
Audit registration should be completed before your certificate expires, as per the schedule set by your Certification Body.

Is there a fee for registering?
Yes. Audit registration fees are displayed during the registration process and must be paid in accordance with SQFI requirements.