List of WAMIA Approved Abattoirs
Abattoir Regulatory Approval Guidelines – Western Australia
WAMIA has worked with key regulators in Western Australia to develop regulatory approval guidelines for abattoirs. The guidelines are intended to improve transparency and increase awareness of the regulatory approval framework and processes for the construction and operation of abattoirs in WA.
For further guidance on navigating abattoir regulatory approvals and referrals to the responsible authorities, please contact WAMIA
Download WA Abattoir Regulatory Approval Guidelines (PDF 1.56MB)
Apply for WAMIA Approval to Construct or Operate an Abattoir
Under the WAMIA Act 1976, WAMIA has a statutory responsibility to approve the construction and operation of abattoirs in Western Australia.
If you are planning to build or operate an abattoir, you must apply to WAMIA for approval.
Application Guidelines
Please note that WAMIA approval is not required for structural additions or alterations to existing abattoirs.
Before starting your application, we recommend reading the Guidelines to Applicants for WAMIA Abattoir Approvals (PDF, 150KB) for important information on the process and requirements.
Application Forms
Forms are available for download via links below. To access them, you will be required to provide your name, organisation and e-mail contact.
- Approval to Construct Application Form
- Approval to Operate Application Form
- Approval Amendment Request Form (coming soon)
If you need assistance completing any of these forms, please contact WAMIA – we’re happy to help guide you through the process.
WAMIA Abattoir Approval and Compliance FAQ’s
What forms do I have to submit to WAMIA to operate an abattoir in WA?
Form 1 (Application to operate an abattoir), WAMIA Act 1976 and WAMIA Regs 1985, Schedule 5, Reg 19, together with an Application particulars form and a Record of Compliance. These are to be completed and returned to WAMIA for consideration by the WAMIA Board at least two (2) months prior to the “new” operators commencing.
What happens then?
The WAMIA Board will then issue a Form 2 (Approval to operate an abattoir), WAMIA Act 1976 and WAMIA Regs 1985, Schedule 5, Reg 20.
Are there any other forms/applications to be completed for me to be compliant under the WAMIA Act and WAMIA Regulations?
Yes, you as an owner /operator of an abattoir in WA have to submit a Form 7 (Livestock slaughter return), WAMIA Act 1976 and WAMIA Regs 1985, Schedule 5, Reg 24.
What if I don’t fill in this form?
Failure to complete this form and send it to the Authority within seven (7) days after the month is an offence under the Act.
What, do I do if the ownership of the abattoir changes, or the registered business name changes, or the telephone details have changed, or the abattoir ceases to operate?
You must notify the Authority in writing of any changes of;
(a) A change in the ownership of the abattoir or in the registered business name, postal address, telephone number or facsimile number of the owner of the abattoir; or
(b) The cessation of operation of the abattoir.
WAMIA Act 1976 and WAMIA Regs 1985, Schedule 5, Reg 23.
