Assessment criteria for potential certification schemes 2011

Abstract

As part of its program to encourage best practice marine tourism in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) rewards high standard operators and provides incentives for other operators to improve their performance, including longer term permits and showcasing by the GBRMPA. The method of identifying high standard operators is through external certification schemes. The GBRMPA accepts certification schemes that meet the criteria described in this document.