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VKL

The Food Quality Payroll (Voedselkwaliteit Loonwerk or VKL in Dutch) is a quality system for the Agricultural Payroll sector. This certificate demonstrates that you, as a contract worker, meet agricultural and trade safety requirements.

The VKL certificate is for companies in which the activities largely consist of performing work with, on or by machines, for vegetable and animal production.

There are two levels of VKL certification:

  • VKL*. A certification for the minimum necessary, namely, compliance with the regulations related to business activities

  • VKL**. At this level, the presence and implementation of a company-specific risk inventory and analysis are also tested.

What are the benefits of VKL certification?

  • Demonstrate that your organisation meets the requirements for food safety and workplace hygiene in the contracting sector

  • A VKL** certificate includes a continuous improvement cycle equivalent to ISO 9001

  • Rely on a reliable certification system, safeguarded by Cumela Nederland

  • VKL certification is recognised by GLOBAL GAP and complies with the requirements of European General Food Law and HACCP criteria

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Frequently asked questions

VKL (Food Quality Agricultural Contracting) is a quality system for agricultural contractors. It applies to companies performing plant or animal production work using agricultural machinery. The certificate demonstrates compliance with safety and hygiene standards in farming and trade.

VKL covers compliance with the basic legal requirements related to agricultural contracting activities. VKL** includes an additional evaluation of your company’s internal risk assessment and its implementation. It also features a continuous improvement cycle, similar to ISO 9001.

With VKL certification, your organisation complies with standards like HACCP, European General Food Law and is recognised by GLOBAL GAP. It signals that you work safely, hygienically and professionally; crucial for clients in the agricultural and food industries.