Benefits of Accreditation

For Operators

• The establishment of the quality management system improves the overall performance of your park. It identifies key areas for improvement and helps to address and implement these improvements in a logical manner. It encourages the review of current procedures and developing new ones which are more efficient and cost effective.
• Once accreditation is achieved your park can legally use the “Accredited Tourism Business” tick logo in all promotional material which is a nationally recognised benchmark of quality tourism business performance.
• Major park insurers recognize CRVA’s accreditation program. They offer discounted premiums which can save your park thousands of dollars annually.
• Development of a useful comprehensive operations manual for your business and a training manual for your staff.
• Improved productivity and profitability through good management practices.
• Consumer confidence in dealing with a business committed to quality in business practice and customer service.
• Recognized by State Government Tourism Offices as an accredited business and eligible for participating in selected marketing programs.
• Authorized use of the “Accredited Tourism Business” tick logo which is nationally recognized as a benchmark of quality tourism business practices.
• Improving risk management procedures and a commitment to appropriate training will assist with the implementation of measures to enhance the total visitor experience and ultimate consumer satisfaction.
• Industry standards underpin risk mitigation and reduce litigation.
• CRVA has supported and administered this program because of its value to the industry and is determined to work with the caravan park owners to help them protect their investment. CRVA wants you to protect your business, your investment and your future and thus keep a growing and thriving industry in Australia. The CRVA National Accreditation Program is the only approved industry specific program for caravan parks and the caravanning industry.
• One park owner summarised the value of accreditation as – “Why would you put all your hard work at risk by not doing everything you can to protect your investment of time and money. Accreditation is a way of protecting everything that we and our staff have built here. We need to do everything we can to ensure that we are running the best and safest business possible”.

OTHER REWARDS OF BEING ACCREDITED INCLUDE

• Ensures legal compliance for the business
• Improved productivity and profitability through good management practices
• Benefits from addressing risk management, OH & S and environmental issues to ensure a safe work place for staff, customer safety and business sustainability
• Recognition by the Industry, Federal Government and State Government Tourism Offices as a reliable, professional operation and as an accredited business is eligible for discounts and participation in selected marketing programs