Certificate of Acceptability Ekurhuleni

Specialist Regulation R638 COA & Business Trading License facilitation across all East Rand commercial and industrial food corridors.

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East Rand & City of Ekurhuleni COA Specialists

As South Africa’s manufacturing, cold-storage, and OR Tambo aviation catering powerhouse, the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality enforces rigorous Environmental Health inspections on food factories, warehouses, butcheries, restaurants, franchises, and mobile food trailers.

We coordinate directly with Ekurhuleni’s regional Environmental Health offices across Bedfordview, Edenvale, Kempton Park, Jet Park, Isando, Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni, Brakpan, Springs, and Alberton.

Ekurhuleni Hubs Covered

Kempton Park, OR Tambo / Bonaero Park, Pomona, Jet Park & Isando
Bedfordview, Edenvale, Meadowdale, Greenstone & Modderfontein border
Boksburg, Bartlett, East Rand Mall corridor & Germiston Industrial
Benoni, Rynfield, Northmead, Farrarmere, Brakpan & Springs
Alberton, Meyersdal, Alrode & New Redruth

How We Secure Your Ekurhuleni COA

From industrial food plants in Jet Park and Alrode to restaurants in Bedfordview and Boksburg.

Facility & Zoning Review

We audit your Ekurhuleni zoning/building plan status, kitchen or warehouse layout, cold-chain records, and R638 food safety training certificates.

Ekurhuleni Health Filing

We compile and submit your Regulation R638 COA application pack to the responsible Ekurhuleni Customer Care / Environmental Health sub-district.

EHP Inspection Support

We prepare your site team on Ekurhuleni EHP focus areas — grease traps, extraction COCs, pest control bait maps, and hygiene SOPs — until your COA is issued.

Ekurhuleni Environmental Health Requirements

Zoning & Layout Plans

Ekurhuleni Zoning Certificate / Town Planning confirmation and scaled floor layout plan showing sinks, drainage, storage racking, and workflow.

Grease Trap & Extraction Proof

Fat/grease trap installation and cleaning records plus mechanical canopy extraction service certificate for commercial kitchens.

Food Safety Training (R638)

Accredited R638 Person in Charge (PIC) and Basic Food Handler certificates proving staff competency in cross-contamination and temperature control.

Pest, Fire & Supplier Records

Commercial pest control contract and service reports, Fire Safety clearance, cleaning schedules, and traceable supplier list.

Scope Note: FCA services formal commercial food premises, warehouses, caterers, and food trailers across Ekurhuleni, and does not process spaza shop or liquor license applications.

Transparent Compliance Packages

Clear starting fees tailored to informal/mobile kitchens and formal commercial premises.

Certificate of Acceptability (COA)

Mandatory Regulation R638 municipal health permit for South African food premises.

Informal / Trailer / Home R2 950

Formal Commercial R4 500

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✓ Municipal file & submission handled
✓ EHP pre-inspection readiness check
✓ Online R638 training options available

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Business Trading License

Statutory Businesses Act 71 of 1991 trading license for outlets selling meals or perishable foods.

Informal R3 200

Formal Commercial R4 500

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✓ Health, Fire & Planning coordination
✓ License delivered to you
✓ Bundle with COA & save time

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do food warehouses and transport vehicles in Ekurhuleni need a COA?

Yes. Under Regulation R638, dry/cold food distribution warehouses (such as in Pomona, Jet Park, Meadowdale, and Alrode) and vehicles transporting perishable foodstuffs must hold a valid Certificate of Acceptability.

How much does an Ekurhuleni COA application cost with FCA?

Our Ekurhuleni COA service starts from R2,950 for informal/mobile/home catering operations and from R4,500 for formal commercial restaurants, butcheries, retailers, and warehouses.

Which Ekurhuleni department issues the Certificate of Acceptability?

The Certificate of Acceptability is issued by the City of Ekurhuleni Health and Social Development (Environmental Health Services) division following a successful on-site EHP inspection.

Can FCA handle both my Ekurhuleni COA and Business Trading License?

Yes. Most cooked-food and perishable food outlets in Ekurhuleni require both a Regulation R638 COA and a Business Trading License under Act 71 of 1991. Select both permits in the quote form below for a combined quote.

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