01
Initial enquiry
Share the requested standard, activity description, locations and approximate headcount.
The certification process
Clarity.
At every step.
From the first enquiry to ongoing surveillance. Seven stages, explained clearly.
02
Scope review
Clarify whether the proposed activities fit the available scheme and scope, and estimate audit effort.
03
Audit planning
Agree objectives, criteria, schedule, audit team and information needed for the assessment.
04
System audit
The audit team assesses evidence, processes, responsibilities and results against the agreed criteria.
05
Findings and follow-up
Findings are documented. If nonconformities are identified, they are addressed under the applicable requirements.
06
Independent review and decision
Audit results are reviewed before a certification decision is taken under the applicable scheme procedures.
07
Ongoing surveillance
After certification, surveillance and recertification activities may follow the scheme, contract and current rules.
Timing and proposal
An accurate estimate
starts with the details.
Headcount, locations, shifts, outsourced processes, risks and the requested standard affect audit effort. The precise stages depend on the applicable scheme, organisation complexity and assessment results.
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