Meet the standard

The Australian Tourism Accreditation certifies tourism businesses that meet specific quality assurance criteria ensuring they are committed to exceeding consumer expectations with great customer service and the highest standards of business practice. All quality tourism accredited businesses undertake regular onsite audits to ensure compliance. To be accredited businesses must complete the following:

Licences & Permits

Ensures the business has all the required licences and permits.

Business Operating Systems

Ensures business has detailed & proactive operating systems ie: maintenance, health and safety and cleaning schedules.

Economic Sustainability and Financial Systems

Ensures business complies with accounting standards Up-to-date record keeping and complies with consumer laws

Insurance Details

Ensures the business has all required coverage inc. at least $10 million in public liability insurance.

Human Resource Management

Ensure management complies with legislation relating to employing staff along with comprehensive ongoing training and skill development.

Environmental Management

The business must demonstrate a documented and practical commitment to sustainable environmental practices.

Customer Service

Business must have documented customer service procedures, booking and cancellation policies and customer feedback processes.

Risk Management

Business must demonstrate documentation and Implementation of risk management plans, as well as emergency and evacuation procedures.

Code of Practice

Business must sign industry code of ethics.