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Management Systems Accreditation Committee

The Management Systems Accreditation Committee, as part of ANAB’s structure, is responsible for oversight of ANAB management systems certification body (CB) accreditation programs. The Committee: The Committee endeavors to discuss and disseminate information to and receive input from stakeholders across the globe who are involved in management systems conformity assessment activity. Committee Chairs and Officers…

Resources for Management Systems Accreditation and Certification

resource Resources for Management Systems Accreditation and Certification ANAB seeks to promote understanding of the value of accredited certification. The information below may enhance your appreciation of accredited certification. You may also find it useful to share with others to build understanding. Applicants These certification bodies have submitted the formal application for accreditation under ISO/IEC…

Accreditation Rules for Management Systems Accreditation

ANAB Accreditation Rules (ARs) represent positions taken or policies established on operational issues related to ANAB ISO/IEC 17021-1 programs. By reference, ARs are incorporated in the ANAB documents for accreditation programs for certification bodies (CBs). ARs are controlled documents. Any copy printed from this site is considered uncontrolled and should be identified as such. The issue date…

ISO/IEC 17021-1 Management Systems Documents

Below are links to various documentation to support ANAB’s ISO/IEC 17021-1 management systems certification bodies (CBs).  While it is not all inclusive, it will assist applicant and accredited CBs. ISO/IEC 17021-1, Conformity assessment – Requirements for Bodies Providing Audit and Certification of Management Systems ISO/IEC 17021-#, Parts that accompany ISO/IEC 17021-1 – Competence Requirements For…

ANAB Management Systems Certification Body Accreditation – How to Apply

ANAB assesses and accredits certification bodies (CBs) that demonstrate competence to audit and certify organizations in accordance with ANAB accreditation requirements, including ISO/IEC 17021-1 and other program requirements for management system standards the CB intends to seek accreditation for. Accreditation by ANAB, a recognized and respected accreditation body, ensures the impartiality and competence of the CB and…