Accreditation of Management System Certification Bodies
Accreditation by GACS ensures the impartiality and competence of the Certification Body and fosters confidence and acceptance of the Certification Body’s certifications by end-users in the public and private sectors.
GACS assesses and accredits management systems Certification Bodies that demonstrate competence to audit and certify organizations and conform with ISO/IEC 17021, the international standard for Certification Bodies. This accreditation demonstrates to the marketplace, stakeholders, and regulators that the bodies have met the GACS accreditation requirements and are periodically monitored for compliance.
GACS Accreditation for Management System Certification Bodies;
- Demonstrates compliance with ISO/IEC 17021
- Provides the credentials that ensure certification marks will have acceptance in the marketplace and by governmental agencies that regulate service or product acceptance
- Assurance of competence and best practices
- Reduce duplication of audits by other third-party providers
Resources
- Accreditation Criteria for Management System Certification Bodies
- Application for Management System Certification Body Accreditation
- Request for a quote