Tools and resources

Livestock producers can have all their integrity system accounts in once place, using one password through myMLA. When you set up your myMLA account, you'll be prompted to log into your LPA account as well as your NLIS account. Both accounts are then linked to your myMLA account. This means when you next log in, you can use your myMLA credentials, and not have to log into the individual programs directly. To get started, visit www.mla.com.au/mymla.

All LPA accredited producers – from large scale operators to hobby farmers – may be audited. Approximately 2500 producers are selected each year at random from the list of producers who have not yet been audited. Annually, there are 1000 audits selected based on LPA risks and non-compliance areas such as NLIS transfers not being completed, biosecurity risk issues and LPA NVD non-compliance.  For producers accredited under a Voluntary Module audit frequencies may differ. 

If you disagree with a nonconformity issued to you during an audit, you may lodge an appeal by writing to ISC in accordance with the LPA Rules. Full details of the nonconformity process, including the appeals process, are set out in the LPA Rules or by phoning 1800 683 111.

An equivalency exists between LPA and Dairy Australia for dairy producers with a State Dairy Licence to be excluded from the LPA random audits. Work is continuing with Dairy Australia on streamlining any further requirements to ensure dairy audits cover all LPA and NLIS requirements.

A PIC reconciliation is a requirement if you are European Union Cattle Accreditation Scheme (EUCAS) accredited. Otherwise, it is a recommended practice, not a requirement under LPA. PIC reconciliations help ensure the NLIS electronic identification devices (EIDs) producers have physically on their PIC match those listed on the NLIS database. This assists in tracing during a disease outbreak or food safety incident. For more information visit the PIC reconciliations web page. 

The National Residue Survey (NRS) is part of the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). Its role is to manage the risk of chemical residues and environmental contaminants in animal and plant products. The NRS audit program monitors the cattle, sheep and goat industries. Since 2009, there have been more than 30,000 NRS targeted property audits conducted in Australia as part of a comprehensive approach to residue management. NRS targeted audits are completed on behalf of ISC by qualified AUS-MEAT auditors and include a focus on chemical use, residue risks and animal treatments. Information collected during NRS...

You will be notified in writing by Integrity Systems Company that your PIC has been selected for audit. You will receive a follow-up phone call with an auditor to schedule a time to conduct the audit. If you are selected for a remote (virtual) audit, the auditor will contact you to arrange a time for a phone call and ensure documents are made available for review in the LPA system by an agreed date. With your notification letter, you’ll also receive an Audit Notification Pack to help you prepare. This includes a checklist to help make sure the current records...

Processors must ensure that livestock consigned for processing are fit for consumption. Learn more about the integrity system for processors.