GFZ™ SA·South Africa's Workplace Gambling-Risk Certification·A programme of Free Me South Africa
The Certification Framework

Three tiers. One badge. A clear path.

The GFZ™ Certification Framework is South Africa's only structured, three-tier recognition programme specifically for workplace gambling harm reduction. Every tier is auditable. Every tier is defensible. Every tier is earned.

GFZ™ Tiers

Choose the level that matches your commitment.

Entry Level

GFZ™ Certified

Investment from
R25,000
Includes RA scan · GHR framework · Policy · Training · Certification
  • Completed RiskAnalytix™ workforce risk scan
  • Basic GHR policy in place and documented
  • Awareness training delivered to key staff
  • Employee support pathway identified
  • Annual recertification
Advanced

GFZ™ Gold

Investment from
R45,000
All Certified inclusions + deeper policy, leadership training, Door of Hope™
  • All Certified requirements met
  • Comprehensive GHR policy embedded in HR systems
  • Leadership and management training completed
  • Door of Hope™ activated for employees
  • Annual reassessment commitment
  • Public-facing recognition assets included
Flagship

GFZ™ Platinum

Bespoke engagement
On Request
Tailored to enterprise scope · workforce size · regulatory exposure
  • All Gold requirements met
  • GHR integrated into OHS + compliance frameworks
  • Ongoing monitoring and reporting structure active
  • Organisation-wide culture programme implemented
  • Annual RiskAnalytix™ review and reporting
  • Board-level governance commitment documented
  • Insurer-facing certification dossier

Indicative pricing. All tiers include the initial RiskAnalytix™ workforce risk scan and the foundational GHR framework. Final scope and quote follow the initial consultation — based on workforce size, sector, regulatory exposure, and organisational readiness.

What You Receive

Recognition that works for your board.

📜 Certification Certificate

A formal GFZ™ certification document — signed, dated, tier-marked, and renewable annually. Suitable for boardroom display and audit submission.

🏅 Authentication Badge

Digital and printable authentication badge for your website, email signatures, tender submissions, and employer-brand collateral.

📊 Verified Risk Report

A RiskAnalytix™ board-ready report — aggregate-only, POPIA-aligned, tier-banded — that quantifies your workforce risk position and the certification delta.

🤝 Partner Network Access

Door of Hope™ activation — clinical, financial, and family-support partners. The certification has a real-life support pathway behind it, not just a logo.

GFZ Authenticated Workplace Certification

Each tier carries its own authentication mark — a visible signal to employees, customers, regulators, and insurers that this organisation has done the work.

Door of Hope™ — confidential employee support, activated by certification.

GFZ-certified workplaces unlock a curated network of clinical, financial, and family-support partners — providing the people-side outcome the certification framework requires.

Explore Door of Hope™ →

Pick a tier. Start the path.

The first conversation is consultation, not commitment. We map your starting point and tell you which tier fits — honestly.