Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990)Regulations2026 RegulationsRegulations relating to the Management Control System in respect of the Sale and Export of certain Agricultural Products - effective September 202617. Requirements for the designation of an assignee |
| (1) | The assignee shall— |
| (a) | have an organizational structure that enables it to maintain the capability to exercise the mandate conferred to it; |
| (b) | have a sufficient number of competent, designated permanent personnel with the necessary expertise to carry out its assigned functions; |
| (c) | not have direct or indirect interest in the product(s) it is responsible for; |
| (d) | ensure that all its rendered services are undertaken impartially; |
| (e) | ensure confidentiality of information obtained in the course and scope of its activities; |
| (f) | have access to adequate, suitable facilities and equipment required for rendering its service; |
| (g) | use prescribed methods and procedures in exercising its function; |
| (h) | have and maintain sound financial administration; |
| (i) | have an annual business plan and budget setting out the powers and duties to be exercised and performed and the expected costs associated therewith; and |
| (j) | maintain a record-keeping system to suit its circumstances and to ensure the confidentiality of its clients. |