The generic certification process is as follows :
1. SUBMIT QUESTIONNAIRE
Client to fill questionnaire in the Application Package & submit to SIRIM QAS International Sdn Bhd. Based on the info, a quotation will be prepared by SIRIM. The quotation provides an estimate for the total cost for certification.
2. APPLICATION
Upon acceptance of the quotation, the applicant is required to submit the application form (SQAS/MSC/FOR/01-10) together with the application fee. SIRIM will appoint an Audit Team Leader for the client file.
3. STAGE 1 AUDIT
Stage 1 audit is carried out to determine the adequacy of the client's management system documentation & readiness to proceed to Stage 2 audit.
4. STAGE 2 AUDIT
After the findings from Stage 1 audit have been resolved, the client is to notify the Audit Team Leader on the readiness to proceed to Stage 2 audit. The purpose of Stage 2 audit is to evaluate the implementation & effectiveness of the client's management system.
5. RECOMMENDATION
On satisfactory completion of Stage 2 audit & verification of any NCR(s) raised, the Audit Team Leader will prepare a recommendation report to the Certification Panel for approval.
6. APPROVAL OF CERTIFICATION
The Certification Panel reviews & approves the recommendation for certification under the authority of the Certification Advisory Committee.
7. ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATE
The certificate will be issued upon payment of all fees due & the signing of the Certification Agreement. The certificate is valid for 3 years from the date of approval.
8. SURVEILLANCE AUDIT/RE-CERTIFICATION
All certified organizations will be subjected to one annual surveillance audit. In exceptional cases, two surveillance audits may be carried out annually. The first surveillance will be carried out 12 months from the last day of the Stage 2 audit. Renewal of certification is subject to a satisfactory Re-certification audit carry out before the expiry of the certificate.
NOTE: For more detailed info, pls visit http://www.sirim-qas.com.my
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