What is different about an assessment using the RBF?
Additional stakeholder consultation The RBF methodology requires additional stakeholder consultation over and above the consultation normally required in an MSC assessment. This is because one of the risk-based assessment methods is based on the provision of qualitative information, or expert opinion, from those knowledgeable about the fishery. There are also requirements to notify stakeholders if and how the RBF is proposed to be used, and to allow time for comment and feedback. Certifier training If a certifier needs to use the RBF during an MSC assessment, at least one member of the assessment team must also have received specific training on the RBF methods.
