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Accreditation
Process

Step-by-step overview of the accreditation procedure from initial application to the granting of accreditation.

Overview

A structured,
transparent procedure

The accreditation process is conducted in accordance with the Committee's accreditation procedures, which are based on ISO/IEC 17011:2017. The process is designed to be systematic, consistent, and impartial.

All stages — from application review to the accreditation decision — are documented and communicated to the applicant. Applicants are informed of the outcome at each stage and have the right to appeal any decision.

6–12 mo
Typical Duration
From application submission to accreditation decision
5 steps
Process Stages
Application, review, assessment, decision, accreditation
4 yr
Accreditation Cycle
Subject to annual surveillance assessments
30 days
Application Review
Initial completeness check and eligibility confirmation
Step by Step

From application
to accreditation

01
Application Submission
The certification body submits a formal application using the Committee's application form, together with supporting documentation demonstrating its operations under ISO/IEC 17021-1.
  • Completed application form
  • Quality manual and documented procedures
  • List of certified clients and certification schemes
  • Competence records of key personnel and auditors
Weeks 1–2
Applicant submits documentation
02
Application Review
The Committee conducts a completeness check and confirms that the applicant meets the eligibility criteria. Any missing documentation is requested from the applicant. The applicant is notified of the outcome in writing.
  • Completeness check against required documentation list
  • Eligibility confirmation against accreditation criteria
  • Assignment of assessment team
Weeks 3–6
Committee reviews submitted documents
03
Document Review (Office Assessment)
A lead assessor conducts a detailed review of all submitted documentation against ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements and applicable IAF Mandatory Documents. Findings are documented and communicated to the applicant prior to the on-site stage.
  • Review of management system documentation
  • Assessment of competence framework and records
  • Identification of any nonconformities or areas for clarification
Weeks 7–10
Lead assessor reviews documentation
04
On-site Assessment
The assessment team conducts an on-site assessment at the applicant's premises, including witness audits of certification activities where applicable. All findings are documented in the assessment report.
  • Opening meeting with senior management
  • Assessment of operational processes and facilities
  • Witness audit of one or more certification activities
  • Closing meeting and communication of preliminary findings
Weeks 11–16
On-site assessment at applicant premises
05
Review, Decision & Accreditation
The assessment report is reviewed by the Accreditation Panel, independently from the assessment team. The applicant addresses any nonconformities. Upon satisfactory resolution, accreditation is granted and the body is listed in the public register at eaacr.org.
  • Independent review by Accreditation Panel
  • Applicant submits corrective actions for any nonconformities
  • Accreditation decision communicated in writing
  • Accreditation certificate issued and register updated
Weeks 17–24
Panel review and final decision
After Accreditation

Ongoing surveillance
& re-accreditation

Accreditation is not a one-time event. The Committee conducts regular surveillance assessments to verify continued conformance of accredited certification bodies throughout the accreditation cycle.

Annual Surveillance
An annual surveillance assessment is conducted to verify that the accredited body continues to meet the accreditation requirements. May include document review and on-site activities.
Annual
Re-accreditation
At the end of the four-year accreditation cycle, a full re-accreditation assessment is conducted following the same procedure as the initial accreditation.
Every 4 years
Scope Extension
An accredited body may apply to extend the scope of its accreditation to cover additional management system schemes. A targeted assessment is conducted for the new scope.
On request

Suspension and withdrawal. If an accredited body fails to maintain conformance with accreditation requirements, the Committee may suspend or withdraw accreditation in accordance with its documented procedures. Such decisions are communicated in writing and reflected in the public register at eaacr.org.

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