Certification Process

Certification Process

Conformity Assessment

Six-Stage Certification Process

A structured certification process designed to evaluate conformity against applicable standard requirements with precision and integrity.

1
Application & Application Review
1 - 2 Weeks

Submission of application, determination of audit scope, locations, activities and certification requirements.

2
Stage 1 Audit — Readiness Assessment
1 - 2 Weeks

Review of documented information and evaluation of readiness for Stage 2 certification audit.

3
Stage 2 Audit — Certification Audit
2 - 3 Weeks

Assessment of conformity through audit activities, evidence evaluation and verification of management system effectiveness.

4
Certification Decision
1 - 2 Weeks

Independent technical review and certification decision following successful completion of certification requirements.

5
Surveillance Audits
Ongoing

Periodic surveillance activities conducted to verify continued conformity and certification maintenance.

6
Recertification Audit
Every 3 Years

Comprehensive reassessment conducted before certification expiry to renew certification validity.

Note: All stages are subject to applicable certification body procedures and standard requirements.

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