REAL have produced several guidance documents on frequent queries:
- Compost sampling guidance This compost sampling guidance will guide producers to take representative samples of compost and ensure consistency of sampling.
- Guidelines for sampling and testing the soil according to the Compost Quality Protocol requirements
- Guidelines on composting noxious weeds
- Compost safety (handling and use) guidelines
- AfOR information sheet on managing the risks of herbicides in composting systems
- Guidance on composting paper and cardboard
- Guidance on Legionella
- Guidance on Quality Meat Scotland standard's requirementsThis document outlines the additional quality requirements for Quality Meat Scotland members in addition to the requirements of the basic requirements of the CCS standards.
- How to label a PAS100 sample & prepare the relevant paperwork
- REAL CCS guidance note on RPS 241 This note provides guidance to CCS participants and appointed Certification Bodies on the applicable changes.
- CCS Guidance Document for Applicants Gives a detailed explanation of the process of applying to CCS.
- Overcoming sample collection and courier issues This guidance explains the process by which scheme participants can deliver their samples to courier depots rather than rely on collection from their site.
- Locating Your Certification Codes: A Visual Guide This guide shows where to find your PR number and Certification Code on your certificate to help you fill out analysis forms correctly.
- CCS Factsheet: Lower plastic limit This visual guide helps with understanding the changes to plastic reporting in response to the Resource Framework and Regulatory Position Statement 317.
Important Note: The provisions of the guidance given in these documents are subject to approval and possible change by the Environment Agency of England and Wales, Natural Resources Wales, Scottish Environment Protection Agency, and Northern Ireland Environment Agency, and to further guidance from the CCS Technical Advisory Committee.
The independent Certifying Bodies appointed by CCS will follow the conditions of PAS 100, the CQP, and SEPA's position, whilst also taking into account the CCS Scheme Rules.