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The certification process includes following major steps.
For further details kindly see procedure for certification system in the download
section.
- Application/Enquiry
Client submits the application form to KBS (Application for Certification) - Review of Application by KBS
KBS reviews the application to check if the requisite services can be provided and
accordingly prepares the quotation/ estimate and the contract (Certification audit
contract). - Audit planning
Once the contract is signed, KBS makes the audit programme and inform the client - Assessment
Initial certification includes two stages assessment. Recertification includes
only one stage. The assessment is carried out by the team at the sites against the
applicable criteria. The report is provided to client identifying the compliancelevel
includingany nonconformities. - Verification of Non-conformities
Client submits the implemented or proposed action based on the classification
of non-conformity. KBS reviews the actions. - Certification Decision
KBS takes certification decision based on the report submitted by the audit team.
If decision is in favour of grant of certification, a Certificate is Issued to the
client (see sample certificate) - Surveillance assessment
Surveillance assessment are held as per the periodicity defined and agreed.
First surveillance within 12 months from the date of the stage 2 audit. Certificate
is maintained based on the outcome of the surveillance audit and compliance with
the requirements. - Recertification
Before expiry of the certificate, recertification is planned and conducte
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